Title: The Greatest Power in the Universe/ Topic: Redemption

Today’s Reading: Ezekiel 20; Ezekiel 21; Psalm 111; Revelation 8

Scripture: Psalm 111: 9,10
9 He provided redemption for his people; he ordained his covenant forever— holy and awesome is his name.
10 The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom; all who follow his precepts have good understanding. To him belongs eternal praise.

Observation: Redemption---What an awesome word! It means there are no garbage cans in heaven. God can redeem even our mistakes and make something useful, something of benefit to us, out of them. When we submit our lives to God, even pain that comes to us (whether through our own bad choices or through others inflicting it on us) can be used by God for a positive purpose. This redemption is based on a covenant He made with us that lasts FOREVER! We can leave Him but He will never leave us. Hallelujah!

Application: Nothing is wasted in my life if I am submitted to God. He is the only one who can make the difficult and painful things in my life into something productive. I must stay close to Him, otherwise, the rough times in life, which are inevitable, will become destructive to me. I choose the miracle of redemption over the plan of the enemy, which is to keep me depressed, angry or bitter over disappointments and tragedies in my life.

Prayer: Father, sometimes I am so slow to receive your healing touch. I am so very thankful that you are always there for me --- ready to work your redemptive power in all the situations where I have only "why's" and no answers. As I focus on You, my "why's" turn to praise for your grace, love, comfort and your creative genius, which is the only power in the universe that can redeem garbage and turn it into a work of beauty. Thank you!
This I pray in Jesus’ name, Amen.