J.A. Matteson
(Devotional)
From the beginning it has been the tendency of a fallen race to trust in what is seen and doubt that which is invisible. I AM is Spirit, thus trusting and following Him is a spiritual endeavor. "No, but there shall be a king over us, that we may be like all nations, that our king may judge us and go out before us and fight out battles" (1 Samuel 8:19-20). Rank unbelief characterized Israel at this low point in the nations history. Forgetting God's prior deliverance and miracles their hearts ached for a man to protect and lead them. Displeased, the LORD allowed distress to come upon the nation. Trusting in anyone or anything other than the LORD is the epitome of folly, for He is our strength, our fortress, our wisdom and sure foundation. While invisible His presence is real. While visible the a fallen mans ability to exalt Gods people is fantasy.
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