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Yet, we practice this kind of silliness as we walk with the Lord. We ask Him for things He has already promised to give. Let me give an example: The Lord promised He will give us peace in Philippians 4:6-7: “Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding will guard your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus.” God says in His Word that He will give peace if we will bring our requests to Him. Our job is not now to ask for peace but to bring our requests to God and then to thank the Lord for the peace He will give. Another example goes like this: Psalm 32:8: “I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go; I will counsel you and watch over you.” Our response is not to ask for instruction or counsel. It is rather, in faith, to thank the Lord that He will instruct and counsel us. Now, it’s okay if you ask for instruction. God will not be mad at you. But it is an expression of your faith in the Lord to thank Him for what He has already promised He will do. John Hunter said in one of his books that one way to look at Bible study is to see it as a treasure hunt. Here is the challenge: As you study the Scriptures, make note of what God has already promised and is yours to receive. Happy hunting! See you on the Lord’s Day. Posted by arbc at 03:32 PM |
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