Wednesdays in the Word - Verse V

Can you believe we are almost to the end of this alphabet verse journey? Thank you so much for hanging in there with me as I have walked through this time of learning. I have so appreciated all the comments and emails and other messages you've sent...letting me know the different ways God has spoken to you through these verses. After today, we'll only have 4 verses left!

Today's bit of wisdom from the Word...

Looking back at this verse, I wondered why I picked it instead of...say...something about VICTORY.

But then I remembered.

I chose this particular set of verses to symbolize what I would say to someone just beginning life with the Lord...or life outside of a parent's care. These are verses that I hope would encompass the main points of living a life pleasing to the Lord.

I chose this one because OH how tempting...and easy...and natural...it is to continue to take charge of our own revenge. To manipulate words and situations in order to clear our own names, even if we tarnish a host of images in the process.

And while there certainly are times and places where it's appropriate to stand up for yourself and speak words of truth where lies have been spoken...there are also times and places where it's appropriate - and courageous - to allow God to be in charge of your vindication. To trust in the truth that your behavior has been blameless {this is also a great reminder to do that as well} and know that God will come to your defense in ways you can't even imagine.

It's a lesson Ryan and I are still learning in some ways...our stubborn pride gets in the way and we forget to be still...and trust in the Lord to take care of us.

I believe this is one of the important, unmentioned lessons to learn in our walk with the Lord. Jesus gave a great example in His own arrest and trial. Vindication doesn't get much sweeter than being raised from the dead!