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August 8 I am telling the truth in Christ, I am not lying, my conscience bearing me witness in the Holy Spirit, that I have great sorrow and unceasing grief in my heart. For I could wish that I myself were accursed, separated from Christ for the sake of my brethren, my kinsmen according to the flesh. Romans 9:1-3. Paul is grieved over the fact that his fellow Jews have missed the Messiah, Jesus. He is so moved over this that he would be willing to be condemned forever if he could be a substitute sacrifice for them. They in turn would then find eternal life. I cannot claim that I am willing to make this same sacrifice, even if it were possible. But I think that all of us from time to time experience a glimpse of this as we watch our children and grandchildren make wrong decisions. “Oh, if only I could get through to them,” I say. All of the sin in my life as well as those of my own family have already been paid for by Jesus at the cross. I must cling to that, all the while seeking the assurance that He is also watching my children of the flesh. How will He reach them? Will He allow them to wander down wrong paths until they are so miserable that they will cry out for salvation? Only Jesus knows their heart, and only He knows fully how to rescue them. These issues are not about me! I need only to place my trust in Jesus and to be ready to lend love and compassion when it is due. He knows the need of the situation. He knows all that is pulling the child to the wrong path. I just need to wait and watch His wonders as they are revealed. All praise goes to Jesus. Thank You, Father, for giving me the assurance today that my family is safe in Your care. Your Son, Jesus, is watching and reaching out to them. I claim this and await the unveiling of Your solutions and wonders of salvation. Protect my children, grandchildren and great grandchildren from the evil one, and cause them to find Your way of life. In the name of Jesus I pray. Amen. |
