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“For when God made the promise to Abraham, since He could swear by no one
greater, He swore by Himself” – Hebrews 6:13
Walking through the park I take the opportunity to
look around at the families enjoying quality family time. Some are lying on blankets and enjoying the
sun, while others are swinging their children on the swings or watching them
carefully scale the climbing ropes or the steps to the slide. The children run, laugh and simply enjoy the
day in the park. My visit to the park
resulted from a plea by my 5 year old, Emma, to learn to ride her bike without
training wheels.
A request that had been made several times over the last 3 or 4 weeks. Each time the request had come in, I had responded the same way: “We will go the park and learn to ride the bike this summer. I promise you’ll be riding a bike before you start school in the Fall.” Promises made by a father are held dearly by the little ones around us. I had made this promise to Emma with the full intention of executing on it at some point this summer, but honestly I had given myself a 13 week window. In her eyes she was counting down the days until she was out of school and it came to fruition last weekend. Emma came to me on Sunday after church and with her incredible brown eyes, simply said; “Daddy, is it summer now.” I wasn’t on the same page as her and responded, “Sure, you’re out of school now.” To which she quickly responded, “Can we go to the park and learn to ride the bike now?” So, we ended up in the park that afternoon and Emma was riding a bike all by herself by the end of the day.
If I look to mankind and the promises made by our politicians, our employers, our friends and family; I am skeptical that they will fulfill the promises they have made. Not because they are intent on disappointing, but because often times they aren’t the ones fully in control of the required actions. On the other hand, our Heavenly Father has made promises to us that He will send His Son back and we will join Him in heaven one day. He wasn’t as specific on the exact date and time, but similar to Emma and her bicycle, I often find myself impatient awaiting His return. I trust completely in His promises though, and despite my impatience, I stand on the faith that He is just, sovereign and righteous. He will fulfill what He has promised; for in God there is no deceit, there is no unrighteous act, there is no sin. There is not higher authority that He needs to get the approval of, or counsel with in order to act. He is the Supreme Authority on all things and it is only through His plan that salvation and judgment will take place.
Do not compare the weakness and inconsistent behavior of mankind with the perfection of God. When God promises something, it is as good as done, and simply requires our faith, trust and belief in His plan for execution. Do not grow weary in waiting for His return, but take faith in knowing that He will. Then you are free to live this life knowing that your eternity is secured in His word and promise.
Prayer:
A request that had been made several times over the last 3 or 4 weeks. Each time the request had come in, I had responded the same way: “We will go the park and learn to ride the bike this summer. I promise you’ll be riding a bike before you start school in the Fall.” Promises made by a father are held dearly by the little ones around us. I had made this promise to Emma with the full intention of executing on it at some point this summer, but honestly I had given myself a 13 week window. In her eyes she was counting down the days until she was out of school and it came to fruition last weekend. Emma came to me on Sunday after church and with her incredible brown eyes, simply said; “Daddy, is it summer now.” I wasn’t on the same page as her and responded, “Sure, you’re out of school now.” To which she quickly responded, “Can we go to the park and learn to ride the bike now?” So, we ended up in the park that afternoon and Emma was riding a bike all by herself by the end of the day.
If I look to mankind and the promises made by our politicians, our employers, our friends and family; I am skeptical that they will fulfill the promises they have made. Not because they are intent on disappointing, but because often times they aren’t the ones fully in control of the required actions. On the other hand, our Heavenly Father has made promises to us that He will send His Son back and we will join Him in heaven one day. He wasn’t as specific on the exact date and time, but similar to Emma and her bicycle, I often find myself impatient awaiting His return. I trust completely in His promises though, and despite my impatience, I stand on the faith that He is just, sovereign and righteous. He will fulfill what He has promised; for in God there is no deceit, there is no unrighteous act, there is no sin. There is not higher authority that He needs to get the approval of, or counsel with in order to act. He is the Supreme Authority on all things and it is only through His plan that salvation and judgment will take place.
Do not compare the weakness and inconsistent behavior of mankind with the perfection of God. When God promises something, it is as good as done, and simply requires our faith, trust and belief in His plan for execution. Do not grow weary in waiting for His return, but take faith in knowing that He will. Then you are free to live this life knowing that your eternity is secured in His word and promise.
Prayer:
Loving
Father,
We rejoice
in Your promise of eternity. We long to
be with You, and rest in Your glory.
Give us the patience and endurance in this life that we might further
Your message of love, peace and mercy to those around us. Help us, Lord, to be examples to others of
Your Son’s love and forgiveness as other’s observe our nature. We remain focused on the prize and turn away
from the distractions in life. In Your
name we pray – Amen
© Sondove
Enterprises, 2013
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