Nothing New

Psalm 24:1 - The earth is the Lord's, and everything in it, the world, and all who live in it;

There's a lot of stuff going on in the world today, and if you watch the news, it can get kind of scary. From mothers drowning their children to escalating wars, it seems there is always something new to worry about.

But we don't have to worry. My Sunday school class is reading the book of Isaiah, and one thing we've learned is that there is nothing new under the sun. All that is, was, and all that was, will be again. The most important thing we've learned is that God is in charge now just as He was then, and He is faithful to protect His people. He always keeps a faithful remnant for Himself, and that remnant continues on.

So, whatever is going on in the world today, we just have to remain faithful to Him, listen and watch, and pay attention to His voice, and His plan.

He's got it all under control, whatever is happening.

God's Splendor

If you haven't read the book of Job, I recommend it. Not only does it teach a very good lesson, but it provides amazing descriptions of who God is.

Today's Bible verse of the day was from Job 37:5-6.

God's voice thunders in marvelous ways; he does great things beyond our understanding. He says to the snow, 'Fall on the earth,' and to the rain shower, 'Be a mighty downpour.'

Later in the chapter it says:

He loads the clouds with moisture; he scatters his lighting through them. At his direction they swirl around over the face of the whole earth to do whatever he commands them. He brings the clouds to punish people, or to water his earth and show his love (Job 37:11-13).

God has control over everything, even if it's as small as a drop of moisture.

Job 37:22-24 - Out of the north he comes in golden splendor; God comes in awesome majesty. The Almighty is beyond our reach and exalted in power; in his justice and great righteousness he does not oppress. Therefore, the people revere him, for does he not have regard for all the wise in heart?

Of course, with Jesus loving sacrifice, God is no longer completely beyond our reach. No longer unattainable. But He is still exalted in the heavens, still revered forever.