Perfection

Advertisers tell us that their products are perfect. But then, we use these products and find their many flaws. Promoters tell us that their models are perfect, but only disclose their appearances. When we look deeper, we see the internal weaknesses.

Psalms 19:7 says, “The law of the LORD is perfect, restoring the soul; The testimony of the LORD is sure, making wise the simple.” God’s ways are perfect in every respect. Following His ways restores our souls to joy and strength. Following His instructions gives us wise decisions and leads us to live wisely.

Listen Well

When we were in school, we were held responsible for the information taught to us. We always had to face an examination to evaluate what we had learned. On the job, the same sort of examination occurs in job performance reviews. How well did we use the information given to us.

In Luke 8:18 Jesus says, “Take care then how you hear, for to the one who has, more will be given, and from the one who has not, even what he things that he has will be taken away.” We are responsible for the truth that we hear. If we understand it, believe it, and use it, then we will receive more. If we hear truth, but don’t seek to understand or believe it and use it, then the truth becomes useless for us.

Needed Resources

Whether it be business projects or personal projects, we are taught to gather the necessary resources before beginning the work. So, we make sure that we have the necessary funds, right plans, and the right people to successfully complete the project. God’s economy does not work like that. It is God alone that is necessary to accomplish His purposes.

I Samuel 14:6 says, “Jonathan said to the young man who carried his armor, ‘Come, let us go over to the garrison of these uncircumcised. It may be that the LORD will work for us, for nothing can hinder the LORD from saving by many or by few.'” Facing great opposition, that is thousands of enemy warriors, Jonathan believed God could use his meager resources, that is himself and his armor carrier, to save his people. God can do more great things for us with just a little, more than we can do with a lot of our own resources.

Honor

Some people we honor due to their achievements. Some others earn honor based upon their position. Honor is given to those in authority.

I Timothy 6:15-16 says, “he who is the blessed and only Sovereign, the King of kings and Lord of lords, who alone has immortality, who dwells in unapproachable light, whom no one has ever seen or can see. To him be honor and eternal dominion. Amen.” Our God alone is ruler over all authorities and kingdoms forever. He alone possesses immortality. He dwells in the light and glory of His holiness. His presence is majesty and splendor and deserving of all reverence.

Blessings

We have all kinds of ways of blessing other people, should we choose to do so. We can write encouraging notes, speak words of support, do kind and generous things, provide financial guidance and support, or just be there as a friend to listen.

God promised to bless His people in Numbers 6:22-26 by saying, “The LORD spoke to Moses, saying, “Speak to Aaron and his sons, saying, Thus you shall bless the people of Israel: you shall say to them, The LORD bless you and keep you; the LORD make his face shine upon you and be gracious to you; the LORD lift up his countenance upon you and give you peace.” These blessings for God’s people, Israel, remain true today for God’s people. He promises to bless our lives in everyday affairs. He promises to hold us securely. He will look upon us with His favor, by grace, fulfilling our needs. He reconciles us to Himself, giving us peace with God and the peace of God.