January 13
Genesis 36:1-19; 1 Chronicles 1:35-37; Genesis 36:20-30; 1 Chronicles 1:38-42; Genesis 36:31-43; 1 Chronicles 1:43-2:2
We are introduced to the mighty nation of Edom today. In their time, these descendants of Esau would have great strength, power, and political prowess. We spend fifty-nine verses recounting their generations, chiefs, and accomplishments, then we have two verses at the end that speak to the sons of Israel. Just thinking about today's reading, you would assume that Edom was the important nation and Israel was an afterthought.
Often, we may feel like the church is similarly obscure compared to the powers arrayed around the globe. Yet nations will fade, and the church will remain, in the same way that Edom is a distant, dead empire, while Israel still prevails. If we look at things using the glasses of our world, we may feel like God is losing and we are soon to be defeated. But when we look at God's word, his promises, and his power, we know that the church will never be defeated and the people of God will be victorious because of Jesus. Therefore, let us trust in what is not seen, instead of what our limited physical eyes can behold. We may seem small, but through Christ we are made great.
Father God, help me to see how you are at work in our world and in my life. Help me to be encouraged knowing you have not left your people and you are still bringing about your kingdom on earth, just as it is in heaven. Amen.
How can you learn to gain God’s definition of greatness rather than the world’s view?
We are introduced to the mighty nation of Edom today. In their time, these descendants of Esau would have great strength, power, and political prowess. We spend fifty-nine verses recounting their generations, chiefs, and accomplishments, then we have two verses at the end that speak to the sons of Israel. Just thinking about today's reading, you would assume that Edom was the important nation and Israel was an afterthought.
Often, we may feel like the church is similarly obscure compared to the powers arrayed around the globe. Yet nations will fade, and the church will remain, in the same way that Edom is a distant, dead empire, while Israel still prevails. If we look at things using the glasses of our world, we may feel like God is losing and we are soon to be defeated. But when we look at God's word, his promises, and his power, we know that the church will never be defeated and the people of God will be victorious because of Jesus. Therefore, let us trust in what is not seen, instead of what our limited physical eyes can behold. We may seem small, but through Christ we are made great.
Father God, help me to see how you are at work in our world and in my life. Help me to be encouraged knowing you have not left your people and you are still bringing about your kingdom on earth, just as it is in heaven. Amen.
How can you learn to gain God’s definition of greatness rather than the world’s view?
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