J.A. Matteson
Beware of drawing conclusions on a matter apart from inquiring of Jesus Christ. "They began laughing at Him" (Mk. 5:40). What appears definitive is not reality; reality is the will of God in the matter. Both Abraham and Sarah laughed at the proclamation of God concerning a future heir only to be proved foolish nine months later with the birth of Isaac (Gen. 17:17, 18:12). A matter is not settled, regardless of how conclusive or permanent it may appear. The God of miracles is immutable, willing, ready, and able to intervine when it is His good pleasure to do so, and in response to the petitions of His children (Jas. 4:2). Pleasing to the LORD are eyes of faith that continue to hope and pray until the Spirit confirms God has settled a matter. Only then is it time to put the matter behind you and move on.
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