Confidence
- Now Think On This
by Steve Martin
“Not that the troubles should come as any surprise to you. You've always known that we're in for this kind of thing. It's part of our calling.” (1 Thess. 3:3 THE MESSAGE)
The Lord is not surprised by events in the world. As an all-knowing God, He knows the end from the beginning. He is the Ruler of all, and nothing happens without His knowledge.
So where does that leave us when we see the acts of ungodly mankind rage around us, carrying out their evil desires and works? We must stand on the truth of His Word, knowing that “These are grumblers, complainers, walking according to their own lusts; and they mouth great swelling words, flattering people to gain advantage. But you, beloved, remember the words which were spoken before by the apostles of our Lord Jesus Christ: how they told you that there would be mockers in the last time who would walk according to their own ungodly lusts. But you, beloved, building yourselves up on your most holy faith, praying in the Holy Spirit, keep yourselves in the love of God, looking for the mercy of our Lord Jesus Christ unto eternal life.” (Jude 16-21 NKJV)
Our hearts and spirits do grieve as we see and hear of rejoicing over rulings in favor of same-sex marriage, and of other judgements passed by the “supreme court” of the land, which are contrary to that of God’s Eternal Word. As we want to abide in a place where our children and grandchildren can have the presence of the Lord’s Spirit surround them, the atmosphere of the prevailing winds would seek to counter that desire, for those who do long for His kingdom to come.
Our confidence in the Lord can rest on His promise that at the proper time He will bring to an end the unrighteous and evil doings increasing in these last days. He will deliver His rewards to those who live according to His commandments, while striking down those opposed to abiding in His love.
When the darkness increases, the light of His glory will shine ever bright. His eternal plan will not be prevented from being accomplished, to establish His rule and reign in the heavens and on the earth. Continuing to walk and trust in the Lord’s solid Word will bring us through to the end, and we will see His truth come marching in.
As it is written in Psalm 97, “The Lord reigns; let the earth rejoice; let the multitude of isles be glad! Clouds and darkness surround Him; righteousness and justice are the foundation of His throne. A fire goes before Him, and burns up His enemies round about. His lightnings light the world; the earth sees and trembles. The mountains melt like wax at the presence of the Lord, at the presence of the Lord of the whole earth. The heavens declare His righteousness, and all the peoples see His glory.
Let all be put to shame who serve carved images, who boast of idols. Worship Him, all you gods. Zion hears and is glad, and the daughters of Judah rejoice because of Your judgments, O Lord. For You, Lord, are most high above all the earth; You are exalted far above all gods. You who love the Lord, hate evil! He preserves the souls of His saints; He delivers them out of the hand of the wicked. Light is sown for the righteous, and gladness for the upright in heart. Rejoice in the Lord, you righteous, and give thanks at the remembrance of His holy name." (NKJV)
Our hearts need not be surprised at what is happening around us, nor should we be afraid of what may come our way. For our times are in the Lord’s hands, and He will see us through to the end, as we keep our trust in Him. Our confidence remains in the Lord.
Now think on this,
Steve Martin
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Now Think On This #173 “Confidence” by Steve Martin
Date: In the year of our Lord 2015 (06.27.15) Saturday at 9:00 am in Charlotte, NC
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