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Post by Woody Williams on Apr 28, 2009 7:15:51 GMT -5
Text for the Day -- II Peter 3:1-4, 8-9 ---------- This is now, beloved, the second letter I am writing to you; in them I am trying to arouse your sincere intention by reminding you that you should remember the words spoken in the past by the holy prophets, and the commandment of the Lord and Savior spoken through your apostles. First of all you must understand this, that in the last days scoffers will come, scoffing and indulging their own lusts and saying, "Where is the promise of his coming? For ever since our ancestors died, all things continue as they were from the beginning of creation!"
But do not ignore this one fact, beloved, that with the Lord one day is like a thousand years, and a thousand years are like one day. The Lord is not slow about his promise, as some think of slowness, but is patient with you, not wanting any to perish, but all to come to repentance.
Devotional ---------- Jesus' death and resurrection were accomplished to fulfill prophecies of many centuries. It is amazing how slowly God seemed to work to bring about this great revelation. Our perspective on time makes us impatient with God's timing and purpose. We want it all right now. This passage cautions patience, trusting that in God's time God's promises will be fulfilled.
Prayer -------------- Teach me patience, Lord, and enable me to look to you to be faithful to me in your time. Amen
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