There are times when I read the Bible and realize that even though the OT is way back in the far past...it is all so real today. When I began reading the beginning of Exodus and was reminded of the birth and upbringing of Moses and how God used him to bring about great things for the people of Israel...yet it mentions how these same people grumbled and complained against the Lord. As a people=, why do we lac contentment? Why are we such a people of temporary happiness and satisfaction? (Mick Jagger's "I can't get no satisfaction.")
The same God that led these people out of the hands of slavery and hard labor, kept them safe through all the plagues inflicted on the Egyptians, protected them during the Passover death of all the first-born of Egypt, and finally parted the Sea so that they could flee the Egyptians...is the same God they quarreled with, complained against, and doubted time and time again. Go figure?!
Is this true of us today as well? I mean, look around, how many times do we face situations that require our obedience, faithfulness, and perseverance...and how many times have we already been blessed with God's provisions for our good? More times than we can count. So why then, do we continue to quarrel, complain, and doubt when we face a new challenge? If we really believe God is who He is...then we should no longer act this way. He will continue to honor and bless us if we continue to honor and bless Him. The OT is such a great reminder of how good God was, is and going to be...to people who are so undeserving!
In addition to the scripture reading and prayer time, my Kenpo X workout was phenomenal. I loved it. Wasn't sure if it was going to do any good...but I woke up today (why I am writing this morning about yesterday's workout) sore but feel great! I am going to make it through this 90-day challenge! I can feel it and know it.
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