SCRIPTURE: Psalm (NIV) 111:10 The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom; all who follow his precepts have good understanding. To him belongs eternal praise.
OBSERVATION: Anyone who has some concept of the greatness of God’s power and His hatred of sin, they know it is wise to fear Him. The fear of the Lord is the beginning; it is just a good starting place—but there is so much more.
Knowing that God is holy and that I have broken His laws (I have even broken my own laws of right and wrong) should cause me to fear Him. But knowing His interest in man and His promises, especially that He sent His Son, Jesus to die for my sin gives me assurance of His love!!! He forgives!!! He makes my life His home!!!
As I follow His directives, my understanding increases. My understanding of life, of who I am, of why I am here, of suffering, of tribulation, and so many other things begin to logically find their place in the way I think.
APPLICATION: I want to grow in my knowledge of God and understanding of the world into which He placed me. I believe God knows what is happening and has a plan for this world and for me. The more I understand about His wisdom and love, the more I can trust Him with matters that I do not understand. It just makes so much sense!
PRAYER: Lord, it is my great honor to have you living in me. It is my joy to serve you. The more I know you, my faith in you increases and the more logical it is to trust you with things I do not understand. Amen.
Pastor Leon
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