Today is the last of a three -part encouragement
based on Psalm 47 3. We've talked about how it
is that some people aren't thoughtful about getting
to heaven when they die or about being obedient
to the God of the universe. We've talked about
how it is that is our place as Christians to
live for if necessary, to die for and to suffer
for and with Jesus Christ. I think it's in Malachi
where it talks about the rest of humanity as
dust under our feet when we come charging into
the kingdom of God. Sometimes it feels like not
everything goes our way. We are a people destined
to suffer as Christ suffered. When we do, we
have to understand the purpose of that suffering,
or it can feel like we're losing. We are called
to walk by faith, not by sight. So it is. If
indeed we have come into relationship with God
through his son Jesus Christ, then this life
and the absolute significance of being chosen
by God is everything to us. There is some significant
consolation then when things don't seem to be
going our way during this lifetime. If it's resolved
and you know it, then you know the true order
of things. Choose truth. Choose eternity. Trust
God. I would say Psalm 47 .3. He subdues people
under us and puts all nations under our feet.
And how grateful we are to know that we have
that position in the kingdom of God. As you face
the difficulties of these days, honor the Lord,
receive his presence, trust God, work to make
life better for anyone you possibly can, and
spread the gospel. We will make it through into
eternity, and God will place all people and all
nations under our feet. God bless you.