Day 30 - No Vote
Scripture focus: Your kingdom is a kingdom eternal; you never get voted out of office. God always does what he says, and is gracious in everything he does. Psalm 145:13 The Message
“You’re not the boss of me,” my nephew shouted at his big sister.
“Now Robbie,” she cajoled.
He holds up his hand like a crossing guard. “Tell it to the hand, the face isn’t listening,” he interrupted.
My nieces and nephews are practically perfect. Even sassy looks sweet on them. Clearly, young Robbie has leadership potential. My brother sees this incident differently and parents accordingly.
Whether young or old, rich or poor – most of us dream of the day when we are the boss. We may not yearn for the responsibilities that fall to the big cheese, but we sure want the power. Robbie is too young to realize that everyone has a boss. As he matures, he’ll figure it out.
It’s not surprising that most of us transfer our experiences and preconceived notions about authority figures onto God. But comparisons between men and God don’t cut it. God is not only the boss, he’s the boss for eternity. No one voted him in, and no one can vote him out.
Fortunately, he is completely competent. He is consistent, just, honest, and true. If God says he’s going to do something – never doubt whether he will accomplish his purpose. He also handles this omniscience with grace.
Confidence in the ability to live a transformed life rests not in our capacity to change, but in the character and prevailing purposes of God.
Recommended reading: Psalm 12-14
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