Pilot Knob Lutheran Not Alone 12/11/2024
Psalm 9:7-10 The Lord reigns forever; he has established his throne for judgment. He rules the world in righteousness and judges the peoples with equity. The Lord is a refuge for the oppressed, a stronghold in times of trouble. Those who know your name trust in you, for you, Lord, have never forsaken those who seek you.
When we pray to God, we do so with faith that God not only hears us but he rules the created order; he is LORD! That stands in contrast to the threats of the wicked whose power is limited. God’s throne as ruler or king is established for judgement. When we face difficulties or oppression from evil, we have hope in the all-powerful and permanent Kingdom of God in that he is at work on our behalf.
Trust in his kingship or authority confirms our certainty between God’s rule and that of earthly governments. What characterizes his rule? It is forever, he will be just and will be righteous. There is nothing crocked about God or any compromise in his judgements. That gives us hope in the long-run and faith for today.
We can’t put lasting hope in governments or any world leader. Man’s authority is often corrupt and his power limited. Not the God who created all things. Therefore, it is safe and beneficial to place our hope and trust in the Lord because he promises to never forsake us. The flip side is that we are to seek him by draw near to him in prayer, worship, and study.
This does not mean we will be spared pain, suffering and disappointment in life. It means God will be with us through it all and the difficult times are when we double down seeking God’s mercy and presence. The result? He will show up in ways we don’t expect and according to his timing. He is always at work in the believer’s life.
He is, Immanuel, God with us. (Matthew 1:23)
Pr. Bob Snitzer
By the Way:
Today: 4:30 Confirmation class.
Thursday 12, 10:00 Quilting group.
Sunday 15, 9:00 AM Morning worship service. Sermon: Rejoicing
2:00-3:30 GriefShare session.
Sunday 22, 9:00 AM Sunday school Christmas Program
If you have any article or God sighting you would like to share with the congregation please submit it for publication in the Briefings. pastorbob@pilotknob.org
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