A Word of Wisdom (3)

Not every wise word in the Holy Scriptures are words of comfort, love, or characterised by a devotion design. But every wise word is infinitely wise, divinely so. for it has its origin in heaven, in the heart of God, and in its written form is "God-breathed." 

But when we attempt to discover it to ourselves and others, our explanation is not inspired, but nevertheless if relying upon the Holy Spirit, it is kept true, and blessed of Him. I am not suggesting that it may prove faulty, but the failure is all on our part, we get in the way of the Spirit's ministry. But we have an unction from the Holy One, and a capacity given of God to discern the truth.

The following brief paragraph is the ministry of another, and that some decades ago, but it is so pertinent to that which prevails in this world now.

"To accomplish His purposes, God made use of the great nations of old, just as He does with modern nations, unknowingly the agents of His ways towards Israel. World events are controlled by Him, and He uses them to protect or to discipline His own."

I trust that in the light of so many disasters, and the myriad conflicts across the globe, that our hearts will not faint or be alarmed. "God ruleth by His power, for ever." Psalm 66:7. Thrice over this Word of wisdom came from heaven itself to Nebuchadnezzar the most powerful king ever found among men. "The Most High ruleth over the kingdom of men, and giveth it to whomsoever He will, and setteth up over it the basest of men."                         Daniel 4:17,25,32.

What an amazing revelation, may it enlighten our hearts and garrison-around our minds.

T.W.

A Pathway Retraced 

About a decade ago my wife and I were compelled to "withdraw" rom a local Assembly; and we felt vindicated when the Lord "removed the Lampstand" so soon after. But last Wednesday I felt somewhat exercised about being cooped-up at home trying to stay out of the unbearable heat and subsequently losing opportunities to spread the Glad Tidings. Surprisingly I remembered a road in the district where the Gospel Hall had closed. Each year we had distributed Gospel Calendars to thousands of homes in that area. And from time to time "tracted" different parts of that neighbourhood.  

The road I had in mind included a number of blocks of flats. It was an extremely hot day and I thought delivering in those particular buildings would be fairly comfortable as cooler than outside. It prove to be so, but although there were six buildings, two more than I remembered, the number of flats in each was a real disappointment,

Nevertheless, along with a few houses opposite the flats we, my wife and I managed to deliver 59 Via Magazines. Far less than I had hoped and catered for, carrying 350 copies in our car! But still it was a little task accomplished for the Master. And the excessive heat would not allow of more effort outdoors. Old age robs one of so much energy, and the ability to bear with the temperature. But I did feel some relief from the the disconsolate failings of the previous few weeks.

It is a joy to serve the Saviour how ever feebly; I hope this will encourage some hearts as the heatwave continues unabated. I KNOW the Lord has a purpose in it, even if  I cannot comprehend what He intends for His glory, and that of His Son's too.

T.W.