“After this, the word of the Lord came to
Abram in a vision:
‘Do not be afraid, Abram. I am your shield,
your very great reward.’”
Gen 15:1
God spoke words of comfort to Abram, He telling him to not
fear. Abram had stood for God in dealing with the king of Sodom. (Genesis
14:21-24)
God says very comforting words here. He tells Abram, “Do not
be afraid. . . ” A person’s fears seem to mould one’s personality or at least
their mindset. I have found that a lot of people’s peculiar behavior stems from
their fears.
God then tells Abram, “I am your shield. . .” A shield
protects us from the elements. We have windshields in our cars. We carry umbrellas
to use when it rains. I carry one in my purse, just in case.
God also identifies Himself as Abram’s “. . . very great
reward.” The Creator of the universe
cared enough about the stand Abram took to give him a special relationship as a
reward for how he approached one who was from the world.
God is also our “very great reward.” We don’t deserve Him
being our friend. We don’t deserve His love. But, He chooses to love us in
spite of all our short comings and our sins.
Praise God that He does do that..."chooses to love us in spite of all our short comings and our sins." If He didn't, where would we be? LOST/without any hope of salvation. I am so thankful for that great love and mercy..and protection from "the elements" of this life. Great reminder here. Thank you.
ReplyDeleteWe have to remember when we sin, we ask God for forgiveness. He then places that transgression into the 'sea of forgetfullness"
DeleteHow gracious and kind He is to not only accept us, but to reward us. Great thought to start the week!
ReplyDeleteThank you Rhonda; It seems if I start out my week with God, each day goes better.
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