God’s favor is the fruit of friends who find wisdom. They seek wisdom by first watching at the doors of heaven, and waiting patiently at the feet of their Savior, Jesus. It is humbling to think each day Almighty God is available to commission our cause for Christ. The wisdom of Jesus is what we pursue, because His is pure and profound. Like Able the Almighty looks for the best offering for blessing. Therefore, honor God by offering Him the first fruits of your day. Just as He deserves first dibs on your money, so He expects the same at the beginning of your day. Get up and go to God first. There you discover a wealth of wisdom, and under the shadow of your Savior, Jesus Christ, you receive His favor.
Happiness happens to those who wait for wisdom. His blessing cannot be rushed, so rest in Him. The favor of God is way worth the wait. Like a newborn, the joy is unspeakable. How many times have we rushed ahead outside the canopy of Christ’s blessing? The Israelites learned to stay under the cloud of God, and be lead by faith. Indeed, there is no spiritual oxygen to sustain those in an ‘out of favor’ environment. It is lifeless and lonely. However, for those whom their Heavenly Father’s favor rests, there is rest. His blessing provides strength for the journey, and perseverance to stay on the trail of trust. Jesus experienced the favor of His Heavenly Father when He submitted to public baptism- His confession of faith, and His commitment to public service- His commission to ministry. What issue of obedience do you need wisdom, so to continually experience the favor of your Heavenly Father? Your life is alive and vibrant, because the Lord favors you. You are a favorite of your Heavenly Father, because you are learning to wait on Him, and to humbly walk with the wise. The Bible says, “He has told you, O man, what is good; And what does the LORD require of you but to do justice, to love kindness, and to walk humbly with your God? (Micah 6:8, NASB).
Related Readings: Genesis 4:4; Exodus 33:12; Luke 2:52; Philippians 3:8
Transformational Living
How can I make sure to stay bless-able and in a position to receive God’s favor?
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My thoughts!
2 things jumped out at me!
- Just as He deserves first dibs on your money, so He expects the same at the beginning of your day. Get up and go to God first. There you discover a wealth of wisdom, and under the shadow of your Savior, Jesus Christ, you receive His favor.
I've been working on this for a few months now. Every morning, I pray before getting out of bed. This has been a great way for me to start the day. I've noticed that if I don't do it for a few days things get really hectic and out of focus for me.
- How many times have we rushed ahead outside the canopy of Christ’s blessing? The Israelites learned to stay under the cloud of God, and be lead by faith.
My wife and I just had a conversation about the cloud that hovered over the Israelites. This is really a hard concept for me to grasp, but God's at work here! He want's me to BELIEVE!
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