4/7/2020
Mark 9:9 “He charged them that they should
tell no man what things they had seen, till the Son of man were risen from the
dead.”
This past Christmas, I gave a Bible to a
dear friend of mine. We had been talking about God for several months, and
sharing our faith journeys. One day, I was telling her about my life verses (Philippians 4:6&7), the ones that get me through hard times, and she mentioned having to pick up a new Bible. I contacted her husband
to tell him what she had said, in case he might want to get her one. He asked
me to do the honors, and I was so blessed that he did. I searched for one in
her favorite color and excitedly wrapped it for her. In it I placed my life
verses on a card, and prayed. When she opened it, she was surprised and
touched. I was so humbled and grateful, not only for her graciousness, but her
joy. She said that she was now ready for such a gift; beautiful. I thought back
to the point in my journey when I felt the same way. I was given a Bible by my
then-finance (now husband) as a Valentine’s gift our first year together. The
inscription read, “The greatest love story ever told.” Such an act of love, and
a true blessing.
After you give your life to Christ, the
truth of God’s Holy Word becomes illuminated by the Holy Spirit. I think this
is what Chambers meant when he said, “Our Lord does not hide these things; they
are unbearable until we get into a fit condition of spiritual life. There must
be communion with His risen life before a particular word can be borne by us.”
I know, for myself, the Bible seemed confusing and unclear until I was drawn
into a personal relationship with Jesus. I am certainly no theologian, but the
truth and power of God’s word challenges me and gives me hope every day. When I
open the Bible, I hear exactly what I need to for what is happening in my life.
“Thy word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path.” Psalm 119:105
In this time of uncertainly, there is one
truth that is steadfast and eternal: the love and saving grace of Jesus. Turn
to Him, repent of your sins, and He will give you mercy and peace. You are loved!
For such a time as this.
2 Chronicles 7:14 “If My people, who are called by My name,
will humble themselves and pray and seek My face and turn from their wicked
ways, then will I hear from heaven and will forgive their sins and will heal
their land
.
May God have mercy on us all
1 comment:
The Bible you gave me is a gift...one that I open every day and think of you. Thank you for this invaluable gesture and resource.
Saying prayers for you now...
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