You and I were created for an incredible purpose. We may live all our days in relative obscurity, and our work may be mundane at best. But, our ultimate purpose is far greater than where we live and what we do. We were designed for an intimate relationship with our Creator Father.
The first man, Adam, was accustomed to walking together with God in "the cool of the day" in the Garden of Eden (Genesis 3:8). Since that time, God has initiated relationship and covenant with many faithful people down through the ages. Through His Son, Jesus, we enjoy the privilege of the closest possible relationship with Him. So, doesn't it make sense to better understand and marvel at the Creator Father who desires this kind of relationship with us?
Consider these words as you grow in awe of Him: "O LORD my God, You are very great; You are clothed with splendor and majesty, Covering Yourself with light as with a cloak, Stretching out heaven like a tent curtain ... He makes the clouds His chariot; He walks upon the wings of the wind; He makes the winds His messengers, Flaming fire His ministers. He established the earth upon its foundations, So that it will not totter forever and ever ... He made the moon for the seasons; The sun knows the place of its setting. O LORD, how many are Your works! In wisdom You have made them all; The earth is full of Your possessions ... They all wait for You To give them their food in due season. You give to them, they gather it up; You open Your hand, they are satisfied with good. You hide Your face, they are dismayed; You take away their spirit, they expire And return to their dust. You send forth Your Spirit, they are created; And You renew the face of the ground." (Psalm 104:1-5, 19,24,27-30)
Descriptive as these words are, they don't begin to capture the essence of the One who desires to be captivated by us. A lifetime isn't enough for those who will ultimately "expire And return to their dust", when our breathe goes back to Him. The prospect of resurrection life is dependent upon this God who has created all, and gives life and sustenance to all He has created. Knowing and loving Him is the highest priority and privilege.
Sadly, many people speak vaguely of this God who desires to be known. He is far more than a higher being; more than the "In God We Trust", heralded on this country's currency. He is Yahweh, Jehovah, the I AM. He calls Himself the God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob - dead men destined for life again in the coming age through His promises. He is the Father of our Lord Jesus, with whom He is immensely pleased (Matthew 3:17; 17:5). He is worthy of our passionate pursuit, because it is eternal life to know Him, and His Son (John 17:3).
Knowing ABOUT our Father is a far cry for personally knowing Him. May the great adventure of our life be that of discovering firsthand the amazing Father who has created us for relationship with Him.
Steve
©Steve Taylor, 2012
The first man, Adam, was accustomed to walking together with God in "the cool of the day" in the Garden of Eden (Genesis 3:8). Since that time, God has initiated relationship and covenant with many faithful people down through the ages. Through His Son, Jesus, we enjoy the privilege of the closest possible relationship with Him. So, doesn't it make sense to better understand and marvel at the Creator Father who desires this kind of relationship with us?
Consider these words as you grow in awe of Him: "O LORD my God, You are very great; You are clothed with splendor and majesty, Covering Yourself with light as with a cloak, Stretching out heaven like a tent curtain ... He makes the clouds His chariot; He walks upon the wings of the wind; He makes the winds His messengers, Flaming fire His ministers. He established the earth upon its foundations, So that it will not totter forever and ever ... He made the moon for the seasons; The sun knows the place of its setting. O LORD, how many are Your works! In wisdom You have made them all; The earth is full of Your possessions ... They all wait for You To give them their food in due season. You give to them, they gather it up; You open Your hand, they are satisfied with good. You hide Your face, they are dismayed; You take away their spirit, they expire And return to their dust. You send forth Your Spirit, they are created; And You renew the face of the ground." (Psalm 104:1-5, 19,24,27-30)
Descriptive as these words are, they don't begin to capture the essence of the One who desires to be captivated by us. A lifetime isn't enough for those who will ultimately "expire And return to their dust", when our breathe goes back to Him. The prospect of resurrection life is dependent upon this God who has created all, and gives life and sustenance to all He has created. Knowing and loving Him is the highest priority and privilege.
Sadly, many people speak vaguely of this God who desires to be known. He is far more than a higher being; more than the "In God We Trust", heralded on this country's currency. He is Yahweh, Jehovah, the I AM. He calls Himself the God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob - dead men destined for life again in the coming age through His promises. He is the Father of our Lord Jesus, with whom He is immensely pleased (Matthew 3:17; 17:5). He is worthy of our passionate pursuit, because it is eternal life to know Him, and His Son (John 17:3).
Knowing ABOUT our Father is a far cry for personally knowing Him. May the great adventure of our life be that of discovering firsthand the amazing Father who has created us for relationship with Him.
Steve
©Steve Taylor, 2012
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