I stared with great interest as the outside temperature gauge on my car slowly crept closer and then just past freezing. Praying the soft mist wouldn’t turn to freezing rain. Navigating through the cold misty freezing night, out of caution I let my speed drop but was anxious to get back to a warm house, still an hour away.
See What You Believe
The only proof of my destination was a blue dot on my car’s navigation screen. I couldn’t see my house but I loved knowing it was there. I couldn’t feel its warmth but I believed my family was there waiting for me. The anticipation brought me inexpressible joy. But for now, I kept watching the temperature drop.
The theme of this meditation from 1 Peter 1 is belief. Belief in the steps toward the destination, even when you can’t see the whole path. Or as St. Augustine said, “Faith is to believe what you do not see; the reward of this faith is to see what you believe.
Let me pray a blessing over you that the proof of your faith, even though tested by fire, may be found to result in praise and glory and honor at the revelation of Jesus Christ. And even though you haven't seen Him, love and believe in Him. May you be filled with the love of God and may the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you now and always, Amen.
In a turbulent uncertain world we can expect fear and frustration, but allow those personal moments of disbelief to center you back to believe in a very certain God of peace and hope.
Also, stay alert for opportunities that God might use you to bring hope and belief to another. They won’t be hard to find. Who can you help guide towards home as you offer them hope and something to believe in again.
Take all the time you need...but when you are ready, whether at first light or evening shade, be intentional to believe in what you do not see for the reward of this faith will be to see what you believe and there encounter God.
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