Saturday, April 6, 2013

Another day of rest is upon us. Our God was wise to make certain that we took time away from the daily grind of life to simply rest and spend time with Him, our families, and our fellow believers. This morning as I was reading Psalm 111 and 112 I was greatly encouraged. In 112 it says that God blesses the house of those that serve Him. Their descendants live long on the earth. They lend to the poor, there is food in their house, and they are not afraid for their heart is set on God. The wicked see this and are troubled. In 111 it says that His covenant is forever, that He has sent redemption to His people. God’s works stand forever; they are holy and just. The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom, and those that do His commandments have a good understanding. God’s praise will endure forever.

As I consider these wonderful blessings, I am blessed to realize that one of God’s commandments is to rest, to keep His sabbath. If we do, we have good understanding. If we desire to do something that is eternal, we can praise our God. Can it be that our singing, our praises to God, never stop rining in the heavens? So it would seem. Praise God!

Prayer
Father, I praise and exalt You as the Most High God. Above You there is no other. Thank You for this, yet another day of rest. Thank You for the amazing blessings You send. I praise You that we have an abundance and can give to the poor. I praise You that we can have an impact for good in the earth. I praise You for this rest. In Jesus name. Amen.