J.A. Matteson
The LORD is in heaven and man is upon the earth, wisdom perceives His rule over all things pleasant and unpleasant. "Shall we indeed accept good from God and not accept adversity" (Job 2:10). The LORD works all things according to the good pleasure of His will. Silence follows earnest inquiries, and clouds obscure the suns brightness. God's sovereign majesty transcends that which remains, and in the day of sorrow He is near to uphold. Commit your way to the LORD and offer up the sacrifice of praise. Submit your plans to the mighty hand of God who directs all things for good to those who love Him. Blessed be the name of the LORD now and forever.
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Thursday, May 30, 2013
Wednesday, May 22, 2013
The Wise
J.A. Matteson
We loose the ones we love as autumn leaves are destined for the ground. "There is no lasting remembrance of the wise man as with the fool, inasmuch as in the coming days all will be forgotten. And how the wise man and the fool alike die!" (Ecc. 2:16). Striving for its own sake is folly, and enterprising pursuits eventually come to ruin. Nothing lasts, all things are but for a moment. That which is prized tarnishes. Those who are dear fade as the flower and are no more. Conversations and laughter echo as a dream and their sharp outlines fade in time. What consolation do generations have in a perishing and futile existence apart from knowing their Maker and fixing their hope on Him? The wise set their trust in Christ who will never leave not forsake them. The fool has said in his heart that there in no God, and so the LORD gives him the task of striving, to which their is no end and no lasting inheritance. Blessed are those who have set their hope in Christ, for they will stand in His glorious presence face to face as He wipes away every tear.
Copyright (c) 2013 Immutable Word Ministries ("...the word of our God stands forever." Isa. 40:8)
We loose the ones we love as autumn leaves are destined for the ground. "There is no lasting remembrance of the wise man as with the fool, inasmuch as in the coming days all will be forgotten. And how the wise man and the fool alike die!" (Ecc. 2:16). Striving for its own sake is folly, and enterprising pursuits eventually come to ruin. Nothing lasts, all things are but for a moment. That which is prized tarnishes. Those who are dear fade as the flower and are no more. Conversations and laughter echo as a dream and their sharp outlines fade in time. What consolation do generations have in a perishing and futile existence apart from knowing their Maker and fixing their hope on Him? The wise set their trust in Christ who will never leave not forsake them. The fool has said in his heart that there in no God, and so the LORD gives him the task of striving, to which their is no end and no lasting inheritance. Blessed are those who have set their hope in Christ, for they will stand in His glorious presence face to face as He wipes away every tear.
Copyright (c) 2013 Immutable Word Ministries ("...the word of our God stands forever." Isa. 40:8)
Monday, May 13, 2013
In All Things
J.A. Matteson
The providence of the LORD establishes His purposes toward man, and outcomes contrary to His design are frustrated. "The mind of man plans his way, but the LORD directs his steps" (Pv. 16:9). The LORD is sovereign and orchestrates events both great and small, and the sons of men cannot perceive His hand. The man who loves the LORD discerns His presence in all things and the utterance of his lips is praise continually to the glory of God. Commit your way to the LORD and rejoice in the providential working of His hand. The times and seasons of a mans life are ordained by the LORD. Blessed is the man who affirms God's sovereignty and rejoices in His wisdom.
Copyright (c) 2013 Immutable Word Ministries ("...the word of our God stands forever." Isa. 40:8)
The providence of the LORD establishes His purposes toward man, and outcomes contrary to His design are frustrated. "The mind of man plans his way, but the LORD directs his steps" (Pv. 16:9). The LORD is sovereign and orchestrates events both great and small, and the sons of men cannot perceive His hand. The man who loves the LORD discerns His presence in all things and the utterance of his lips is praise continually to the glory of God. Commit your way to the LORD and rejoice in the providential working of His hand. The times and seasons of a mans life are ordained by the LORD. Blessed is the man who affirms God's sovereignty and rejoices in His wisdom.
Copyright (c) 2013 Immutable Word Ministries ("...the word of our God stands forever." Isa. 40:8)
Thursday, May 9, 2013
His Mercies
J.A. Matteson
Delightful is the LORD and exceedingly valuable His mercies. "O LORD, You are the portion of my inheritance and my cup; You maintain my lot" (Ps. 16:5). In You, O LORD, our hope is found, and in the stronghold of Your righteous our cause is upheld. Overflowing is the portion of goodness to those who reverence Your name. You observe the paths of the wicked and righteous, their ways are familiar to You. O LORD, consider my frame and extend to me loving kindness for Your names sake. You alone are my portion and delight, my soul will not be lifted up to another.
Copyright (c) 2013 Immutable Word Ministries ("...the word of our God stands forever." Isa. 40:8)
Delightful is the LORD and exceedingly valuable His mercies. "O LORD, You are the portion of my inheritance and my cup; You maintain my lot" (Ps. 16:5). In You, O LORD, our hope is found, and in the stronghold of Your righteous our cause is upheld. Overflowing is the portion of goodness to those who reverence Your name. You observe the paths of the wicked and righteous, their ways are familiar to You. O LORD, consider my frame and extend to me loving kindness for Your names sake. You alone are my portion and delight, my soul will not be lifted up to another.
Copyright (c) 2013 Immutable Word Ministries ("...the word of our God stands forever." Isa. 40:8)
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