In my study of my Bible this morning, I cam across the story of Jeroboam in 1 Kings. What struck me was the similarity between some of my earlier discussion on Bible promises and Jeroboam's life and story. These texts sum it up:
"Go, tell Jeroboam, Thus saith the Lord God of Israel, Forasmuch as I exalted thee from among the people, and made thee prince over my people Israel, And rent the kingdom away from the house of David and gave it thee: and yet thou hast not been as my servant David, who kept my commandments, and who followed me with all his heart, to do that only which was right in mine eyes; But hast done evil above all that were before thee: for thou hast gone and made thee other gods, and molten images, to provoke me to anger, and hast cast me behind thy back." 1 Kings 14:7-9
God gave Jeroboam a kingdom, earthly riches and glory, and what did he do? He turned away from God. David had all these things that Jeroboam had, possibly more, and he remained with God. Now, I don't know about you, but to me, this story further convicts me of the truth that earthly riches are given only as our Heavenly Father sees best for each individual. So, next time you ask for a car, or money, and you don't get it, don't think that he does not care, or is not there or not listening. KNOW that he knows better than you do what is best for you. Trust him, and watch his will work in your life for YOUR betterment. I know that it's really not that easy, I'm struggling with it myself, but a relationship is a process that takes time and constant communication. So hopefully, and by God's grace, I will get to the point of blind trust - because really, there's no way I'm more knowledgeable than the all powerful God.
"Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct thy paths." Proverbs 3:5,6
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