PRAISE THE LORD GOOD MORNING
LIVING VICTORIOUSLY IN THE LORD
HONOUR, PRAISE AND GLORY
- Sis. Stella Dhinakaran
It is God who chose Abraham, David, Daniel and others as His servants. He not only chose them but He also abided with them, honoured them and showered His richest blessings on them.
The desire of God is stated in the Bible as follows: "I have caused the whole house of Israel and the whole house of Judah to cling to Me,' says the Lord, 'that they may become My people, for renown, for praise, and for glory" (Jeremiah 13:11). God did this to His servants because they were steadfast in their faith, during thick and thin times. When trials and tempests of life lashed them, they remained like an immovable rock in their faith. That is why He enabled them to receive His blessings and honour (Psalm 37:22).
For example, when Abraham was childless, the Lord had compassion on him and blessed him with a son. Later on, He tested Abraham for his love toward Him and found him to be true and faithful in his love for Him (Proverbs 28:20). So, He exalted him by making him rich and blessed him abundantly (Genesis 24:1, 35).
A house wife was steadfast in seeking the Lord and abiding in Him with all the members of her family. But, suddenly her husband died and she was shattered with no hope for future. She was perplexed. The next moment, she knelt at the presence of the Lord and vented the contents in her heart to Him. The Almighty God heard her prayers and filled her with His divine and perfect peace. All her worries and burdens vanished like the mist that felt the sun's rays. She rose up like a lioness and walked as led by the Holy Spirit. God blessed her abundantly.
Again, like unexpected turn of tides, one of her son joined bad friends. He started to squander her hard earned money by indulging in evil and wrong things. Yet, she trusted the Lord with all her heart and continued to praise Him and thank Him. God in His immense grace and mercy made her son leave all his bad ways and return to his mother. God exalted and honoured this mother who sought Him diligently.
Dear Friend! Whatever be your condition, never lose heart. Seek Him and abide in Him. Remember that prayer brings victory. Pray to Him fervently and faithfully at all times. Abide in Him and lead a victorious life in this world bearing His name (1 John 5:4).
Prayer:
Loving Lord Jesus Christ!
Now I know that You abide with the poor and the humble and help them receive honour and glory. From today onwards, bless me also in the same way and lead me in Your divine path. Thank You for hearing my prayer.
In Your matchless name I pray,
Amen
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