Thoughts from daily Bible reading for today – November 27, 2014
Cry out, “Save us, God our Savior; gather us and deliver us from the nations, that we may give thanks to your holy name, and glory in your praise.” 1 Chronicles 16:35
A nation that stays on its knees in thanksgiving to God enjoys the blessings of God. Ingenuity is never meant as a substitute for the Spirit’s power. Modern conveniences are meant to be a catalyst for Christ’s love in order to be leveraged worldwide. Moreover, when a country dedicates a holiday—holy day—in remembrance of the Almighty’s favor, the citizens of that nation remember their true Originator and Sustainer.
We are a blessed people because of the godly people who went before us under the authority of Almighty God. We stand on the shoulders of other saints who believed boldly in the bodily resurrection of Jesus Christ and the working of His power that fueled their faith, their patriotism, their life, their work and their relationships. Therefore, we are compelled to be thankful for our ancestor’s blood, sweat, tears, resolve and trust in God.
“I thank and praise you, God of my ancestors: You have given me wisdom and power, you have made known to me what we asked of you, you have made known to us the dream of the king.” Daniel 2:23
Yes, you can bow quietly at home with your family in gratitude for God’s great goodness and provision. The faith of your forefathers in your heavenly Father is a gift that keeps giving to this day. Remind your children of the context of their Christianity. It is a privilege to praise and worship God without intrusion from outsiders. They can be thankful to the Lord for their heritage of faith that facilitates humility, love and service.
Furthermore, your freedom to express your faith can be a blessing to other less fortunate nations. A nation that gives away God’s love is a nation that is loved by God. Take His blessings and bless the nations. Your motive is not to make them like your country, but to help them understand how to be like Jesus. One newly converted leader filled with the Holy Spirit can influence the masses to embrace Christ. So today thank God for a day of Thanksgiving, and from a grateful heart give all nations an opportunity to know His love!
“First, I thank my God through Jesus Christ for all of you, because your faith is being reported all over the world.” Romans 1:8
Prayer: Heavenly Father, thanks for blessing my nation, so that I can bless other nations.
Related Readings: Exodus 3:15; Micah 7:7; Colossians 3:17; I Thessalonians 2:13
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