Job 42:1-6
Then Job answered the Lord and said:
2 “I know that
you can do anything,
and no one can stop you.
3 You asked, ‘Who is this that questions my wisdom with such ignorance?’
It is I—and I was talking about things I knew nothing about,
things far too wonderful for me.
4 You said, ‘Listen and I will speak!
I have some questions for you,
and you must answer them.’
5 I had only heard about you before,
but now I have seen you with my own eyes.
6 I take back everything I said,
and I sit in dust and ashes to show my repentance.”
and no one can stop you.
3 You asked, ‘Who is this that questions my wisdom with such ignorance?’
It is I—and I was talking about things I knew nothing about,
things far too wonderful for me.
4 You said, ‘Listen and I will speak!
I have some questions for you,
and you must answer them.’
5 I had only heard about you before,
but now I have seen you with my own eyes.
6 I take back everything I said,
and I sit in dust and ashes to show my repentance.”
We
think we have control over some aspects of our lives. We make plans and dream about our future and
at times we forget to consult GOD. And
sometimes when we get too high and forget that GOD is in control GOD has to
remind us that we are truly powerless and totally dependent on Him.
Do
you think that just because you have a degree, and have achieved a level of
success that you have a say in the direction your life should go? Does your perceived wisdom and success give
you the right to push GOD to the back burner?
Do you really think that you have achieved anything on your own? When we even allow ourselves to think that we
have contributed anything to our life’s success we are in danger of giving glory
to ourselves when it all belongs to GOD.
In
the same manner, when we are going through a storm and tribulations, we have no
right to question GOD. We are not in any
position to think we can control what is going on. When we try to take matters into our own
hands and work outside of fasting, prayer, and praise we show our lack of faith
in GOD. We show our faith in ourselves
and ultimately will end up being forced to crawl to the master’s feet with only
the strength and good sense to do what we should have done to begin with . . .,
ask for his help and lay our problems at his feet.
Realize
that in this life success, or tribulations are a part of GOD’s plan. We can bring some problems on ourselves, and
via our obedience be blessed. However
nothing, good or bad, is possible without GOD moving each piece and bringing it
to pass. We are powerless when compared
to the strength, and wisdom of GOD almighty.
So wherever you find yourself, please remember that GOD is in control. Do not think so highly of yourself that you
try to nudge GOD off of his throne and shape your life outside of his
will. Be encouraged and know that GOD is
love, and sits on high for a reason. GOD
alone knows what is best for us and is the source of our highest calling. So give praise where praise is due. In the valley and on the mountain top praise
GOD for allowing you to be powerless in his hands. Praise yourself for nothing; consult yourself
for nothing, rather Praise Him for what
and where he allows you to be!
Rev.
M. Harrison
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