Insightful Musings on theScriptures
by
Raymond P. Sparre
Northwest University class of '67
Good morning, special people.
OK…the big holidays are over…time to get some work done. And that will take place surrounding two little boys that Becki will pick up in a few minutes. Elvin and Eunice popped in for a visit last evening, so we’ll probably have a big fun late breakfast before they take off for home.
The neighbor placed 4 huge logs beside my saw mill the other day…so that will keep Kash busy today…milling out 2x6 lumber. And my list is a mile long as usual…and getting longer.
Question: Can you imagine any position or occupation that could be any higher than being a SON (CHILD) OF GOD? I believe that question and its obvious answer can go a long way toward offering stability to our going. Be blessed.
Love, Dad/Ray.
3 January
Passage: Matthew 3
Focus: “This is my Son, whom I love; with him I am well pleased.” Matthew 3:17.
I’d like to borrow from the incredible opportunity afforded us as indicated in John 1:12. “But as many as received him, to them gave he the power to become the sons of God, even to them that believe on his name” (KJV). What a deal! Those who embrace the “only begotten Son” become sons.
If this is our adoption option, then I have to conclude that what the Father dramatically said of His Son upon His being baptized by John the Baptist is essentially the same as what He wants to say of you and me. “This is my Son, whom I love; with him I am well pleased.”
This is not just a golden opportunity of AMAZING GRACE, it is a pronouncement of our purpose and job description—living to please Him. Let’s not allow the wonder of it all to wear off.
"Golden opportunities are not found in the realm of slumber."