August 12 “Remind me Lord” Psalm 39:4-12
Good morning from Pastor Glen Brock, Baptist Tabernacle Church, Wendell, North Carolina… “LORD, remind me how brief my time on earth will be. Remind me that my days are numbered— how fleeting my life is. You have made my life no longer than the width of my hand. My entire lifetime is just a moment to you; at best, each of us is but a breath.” We are merely moving shadows, and all our busy rushing ends in nothing. We heap up wealth, not knowing who will spend it. And so, Lord, where do I put my hope? My only hope is in you. Rescue me from my rebellion. Do not let fools mock me. I am silent before you; I won’t say a word, for my punishment is from you. But please stop striking me! I am exhausted by the blows from your hand. When you discipline us for our sins, you consume like a moth what is precious to us. Each of us is but a breath. Hear my prayer, O LORD! Listen to my cries for help! Don’t ignore my tears. For I am your guest— a traveler passing through, as my ancestors were before me.” (Psalm 39:4-12)
A few days ago, a very good friend asked me if I was aware of the events and issues that are happening in this world. I believe that he was shocked when I told him that I am fully aware and that I can do nothing to change the progression of God’s eternal plan for this world and all that is going on in it! I am aware of the “shortages” that exist, and I am aware of the “anti-Christian” and “anti-Law & Order” attitudes that have become acceptable in the politics and the behaviors of our land. I am aware of the “Hyper-Sensitivity” of individuals and the tendency of folks to be offended by anything that doesn’t validate their chosen behaviors! Clearly, this world does not want the “rock solid” truth of God’s word to be the standard for thought or behavior. You see, when there are no absolutes, then, one can act and do anything and justify the behavior, because there are no standards! Keep this one fact in your mind: As a Believer, your responsibility is to share the “Good News” with this dark and lost world, and to navigate others into a “Personal Relationship” with Jesus Christ! Again, we are, in the midst, of the eternal plan of God, and we are to prioritize our thoughts and behaviors to edify His will and purpose for our limited, earthly existence. My friend wanted to engage in a conversation that would highlight the evil and active demonstrations of hatred and the lack of moral and civil behavior that is now a part of our culture, and he asked me a question that I was amazed that he asked. “Glen, where is our Hope?” Really? Psalm 39:7 states it clearly… “And so, Lord, where do I put my hope? My only hope is in you! Dear friends, we have Hope in our Lord, and we have Victory over the attitudes and behaviors of this present day! Let go of the trash that is this world and dedicate yourself to helping others come to Jesus in His Grace and “Saving” power. “I affirm that God’s power is rising in me, renewing, and healing my physical body, bringing power to my mind, giving me success in my work for Him. I affirm health, energy, enthusiasm, the joy of life. All of this I owe to Jesus Christ, my Lord and Savior. He has given me the “Victory Principle” for which I thank Him every single day!” I am claiming His Victory Principle, and I am affirming His Power for my Living, and I am affirming that I am the son of the King, who is not moved by this world. My God is with me, and He goes before me, and I do not fear, because I AM HIS!!! Folks, please be aware that I am fully aware of the issues of the day and the politics and depravity that exists! I refuse to surrender my attitude and my life to the temporal issues of this present moment! My job, my calling, my responsibility is to live for Jesus and to be an example of His Love, Forgiveness and Grace! Every time that I am tempted to speak of the issues of the day, and to allow it to alter my focus, I am shouting to the rooftop: NOT TODAY SATAN, NOT TODAY! Please recognize your role and your place in the plan of God and work for Him until He comes again! Stay Strong, Stay Focused…THE BEST IS YET TO BE! (Re-Posting with a Purpose)