Certainty in an Uncertain World

O. T. #2071 "Certainty in an Uncertain World"

Nov. 19, 2021

Summary of Hosea-Part 2

LET IT GLOW

Tonight between 1-3am, there is a lunar eclipse in our area. Even though I have seen it numerous times in my lifetime, it is still amazing how our God lines up earth between the sun and moon. I hope He will wake me up to see His handiworks. (I write this Thursday morning.)

As we live in a time of uncertainty, there is certainty. Billy Graham said, "We live in a world that is broken because of sin, and we share in its brokenness. It should give us greater compassion for others and make us yearn for Heaven."

 Looking at Psalm 11, we find:

• We are to praise the LORD with our whole heart, in the assembly of the upright, and in the congregation. (verse 1)
• The works of the LORD are great, honorable and glorious, so wonderful to be remembered. (verses 2-4)
• The LORD is gracious and full of compassion. (verse 4b)
• He gives us meat; he is always mindful of His covenant. (verse 5)
• He shows His people the power of His works. (verse 6)
• The works of God's hands are verity (stability, certainty, truth, trustworthiness, faithful) and judgment. (verse 7)
• He sent redemption unto His people; He commanded His covenant forever. (verse 9)
• Holy and reverend is His name. (verse 9b)

Do we have our eyes open to see the working of God in our life and the life of others around us? The works of God's hands are our certainty. We see Him heal, mend, protect, and astound us with His power, grace, and compassion.

 

LET IT GROW

Israel knew and saw the love of God like no other nation knew it. He had delivered them from famine, redeemed them from sin, protected them from enemies, His forgiveness, revelation, and love. Still yet, Israel turned to dumb idols and gave herself to them. This is sin at its worst.

Hosea called for repentance of spiritual adultery, to turn back to their First Love. But they would not, so Assyria conquered them. Have we left our first love? Do we know others who have? There is coming a day when Israel will believe Jesus Christ is the Messiah and their salvation.  

We see this hope in 14:8, when Israel will one day return to God with her whole heart. Folks, God loves us so much that He knew we could not be righteous, so He sent Jesus to become our righteousness. Without Him we would perish in our sins. With Jesus as our Savior, we have a home in heaven awaiting for us.

Do you believe in Jesus? Have you trusted in Him as your Savior?

LET IT GO

Jesus, You are so trustworthy, certain, stability, and Truth.

There is no doubt or denying that it is You we need.

Start a fire in us today, so we are on fire for Jesus.

You are our only hope of eternal life.

Open our eyes to see Your handiworks around us.