May 12, 2015: SOAP #1986

Scripture: 2Samuel (NIV) 22:31 “As for God, his way is perfect:
The LORD’s word is flawless;
he shields all who take refuge in him.

Observation: Perfection is one of the attributes of God. It is an expression of His holiness. Not only is He perfect, here we read His way is perfect. What He does is perfect. He does everything in a perfect way. He never stops being Holy and never stops being Loving. He is the perfect balance.

Application: In His perfect love and holiness, God created man and gave man the ability to choose. God is much too worthy to be served and worshipped by other than those who choose to love Him. God accepted the challenge to reach into a sinful world and convince people of his worthiness. It validates His holy judgment against those who lived in the full light of His perfection and chose to rebel.

Prayer: Heavenly Father, those who remain faithful to you and honor your perfection will soon be gathered with those who have gone before. We will join them in worship at your throne. Amen