Heralds Digest

  “ My soul, wait silently for God alone, For my expectation is from Him. He only is my rock and my salvation; He is my defence; I shall not be moved.”   ­Psalms 62:5-6­ NKJV There is something unsettling about provocation; it doesn’t always produce right judgment. When the scripture says the wrath of man doesn’t produce the righteousness of God, it underscores the indispensability of silence around proud people. Unlike the wrath of God, whenever man responds to the wrath of men, anyone can be sure about the cloud of unrighteousness that will ensue through anger, provocation, and bitterness within the space. Whereas, silent souls are inspired to see the mind of God. Silence underscores the understanding of the presence of God in all of life’s situations and circumstances. In fact, the evidence of agitation is a subtle declaration of faithlessness and the expression of pride or arrogance before God. Silent souls are prayerful people; they are swift to uncover the wrath of God ...

  “ Jesus answered, “Neither this man nor his parents sinned, but that the works of God should be revealed in him. I must work the works of Him who sent Me while it is day; the night is coming when no one can work.” John 9:3-4 NKJV The response of Jesus here shows that there are numerous good works of God always waiting for execution by His gracious children. Unfortunately, these good works may wait forever, while believers are distracted by the wicked works of men and unpleasant circumstances. Since Jesus says elsewhere ““ Most assuredly, I say to you, he who believes in Me, the works that I do he will do also; and greater works than these he will do, because I go to My Father ( John 14:­12)”, it implies that believers need more grace daily to focus on the waiting works; and not rather get distracted by wicked works. The focus on who had sinned, and why, hasn’t ever given glory to God; and it wouldn’t start now. There is always something good, pleasant, and refreshing to do and ...