The wind blows yet we do not see the wind. We do see how it affects what it touches. Leaves rustle gently and silky water churns into waves. We all know the wind. How about God? We love him yet we have not seen him. Are we holding back? Do we know God and trust him completely even though we have not seen him?
We have seen God reflected in everyday things. Like seeing the wind, we know God is near because of his creation. God’s thoughtfulness in bringing the whole world into existence is mind-boggling. The intricacy, beauty, complexity, and mystery can only suggest an omnipotent creator. Knowing God then should bring joy at the thought that he created us, too! And, we know (or should know) that the outcome for trusting God is salvation!
What does salvation mean to you? Theologically, it is the deliverance from sin and its consequences. As Christians, we believe that Jesus is the only way to be saved from our sins. Long before Jesus lived on earth, the prophets spoke of salvation. They were curious about this salvation talk they were prophesying about.
Now, we have heard the Good News and know how prophecy has been fulfilled. We also know that Jesus promised he would return for us. David and I have begun a new tradition of reading one of God’s promises at breakfast. Today it was from Isaiah 12:2, “See, God has come to save me. I will trust in him and not be afraid. The Lord God is my strength and my song; he has given me victory.” It’s clear that Isaiah would not have the same understanding of this promise from God that we do today.
So what do we do with this assurance of salvation? Again, I come back to the way we live our life and how we give back to our Heavenly Father. Do our lives reflect his grace and mercy? Are we confident in the purpose God has chosen for us? Listen for God to reveal himself today.
Let’s pray. Heavenly Father, I thank you for all that you are doing in my life. I may not understand why, but you do. I trust you will make all things right. I love you with my whole heart. Calm my fears and anxieties. Help me to see beyond this moment when trials and challenges are closing in around me. I know you are working all things out. Help me to trust you on a deeper level. Still my heart so I can hear your voice. In Jesus’ name. Amen.
