MORNING MANNA 12-8-21
God is Strong
For the eyes of the Lord run to and fro throughout the whole earth, to shew himself strong in the behalf of them whose heart is perfect toward him.- II Chronicles 16:9
We live in a day of shameless self promotion. People in all walks of life, including Christians and especially preachers, strut their stuff to make an impression on others. They want to be seen as number one, and honored as much as possible. The late Vance Havner left us this wise counsel.
“God is not waiting to show us strong in His behalf but Himself strong in our behalf. That makes a lot of difference. He is not out to demonstrate what we can do but what He can do. But God is on the lookout for candidates with hearts perfect toward Him. He is not a talent scout looking for somebody strong enough or good enough. He is looking for someone with a heart set on pleasing Him and an eye single to His glory. He will do the rest.
What a wonder that God will use our lives to demonstrate Himself! But we like to demonstrate ourselves and do great exploits in God’s behalf. That reverses the process and God does not get the glory. We have seen enough of what men can do for God; we need to see more of what God can do through men.
He has shown Himself strong in our behalf many a time. And what He has done for others, He will do for you.”
David Stone
Lakeway Baptist Church
5801 FM 1960 E
Humble, TX. 77346
