1st Corinthians 13:12-13 NIV
Now we see but a poor reflection as in a mirror, then we shall see face to face. Now I know in part, then I shall know fully, even as I am fully known. And now these three remain: faith, hope, and love. But the greatest of these is love.
11/21/06-11/23/06
Even the best mirrors back in Bible times were poor and unclear. Likewise, our view of God is dim and warped and it cannot be otherwise. Sin still lives in our bodies and is all around us twisting our view. We should always keep in mind that all our thoughts of God have been twisted and do not compare to His goodness and glory. But the time is coming when we, having been made perfect, will see Him with prefect clarity – face to face. We will finally be able to know and see Him as He really is. But for now, let us live in faith that He is truly righteous and good, in hope of the salvation He gives to us and the perfection we will receive, and in love toward Him who in His mercy and love toward us saved us and called us to be His own. Pray, “Lord, help us to see You as You truly are. And when things happen that we don’t understand, when our view of You becomes twisted, then strengthen our hearts with Faith, hope, and love in You. And Father, id there is any sin in our lives that we hold on to, help us to see it as it is and to understand that it only further distorts our view of You. Lord, help us to recognize and turn from the things in our lives that keep us from truly knowing You and drawing near to You. May we desire to live lives holy and pleasing to You and may we see that You are at work in us giving us the desire to obey and the power to do what pleases You (Philippians 2:13 NLT). May we do all things through Christ, our strength and life. Amen.
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