"But to this man will I look, even to him that is poor and of a contrite spirit, and trembleth at My word." Isaiah 66:2 The word “look” in this text refers to an "intense" look. It suggests one gazed upon, regarded with pleasure, shown favor and cared for. How does one catch God’s eye? Let’s consider to whom He will look. First, to the one who is humble. “True humility is not to think low of oneself, but to think rightly, truthfully of oneself.” If we want God to look at us, WE must get down off our personal “thrones” and choose to become honest with ourselves. God gives grace to the humble. Also, God will look to the one who is contrite of spirit. Are we broken? The spirit of man here has to do with the center or heart of our personal activities; the source where our actions derive their origin. The heart of man is the part that makes us do what we do. Oh, to know the fear of the Lord! God says He will look also to the one who trembles at His Word. Do we have an awesome respect for His Word? Are we extremely careful, hastily obeying what we have learn through His word? His Word is His advice, counsel, sayings, business, judgments. Proverbs 16:6 tells us that “by the fear of the Lord men depart from evil.” Have you felt the gaze of God lately? It is something we as believers should desire to feel at all times. God has clearly set out the criteria for living. It is up to each of us to follow His pattern.
Posted on: Fri, 07 Jun 2013 11:35:28 +0000
Trending Topics
Recently Viewed Topics
© 2015