His Power

     Sometimes God displays His power like the brightness of the sun so that all can see.  Sometimes we call those displays miracles.  Historians like to call some of them coincidences, ironies, or unexpected, unforeseen consequences.  Skeptics like to call them dumb luck.  Those of us who see even the visible through eyes of faith know better.  We see God's hand, God's power at work.  We often do not fully understand--or don't understand at all--what He is up to, but we see evidence of His work.
     Yet, the most remarkable thing about God's power is that He so often hides His use of it.  He is sitting on His throne ruling His world, and we have no idea that He is working or where--or how.  But faith tells us that He is always working.  His power is just as dynamic in the details as it is in the "big" events of life and history.  His power is just as significant in the lives of individuals as it is in the history of nations.  Though His actions are unseen, I, by faith, can rest in the truth that He is not idle.  He is exercising His power in ways that I cannot see; yet, His power will result in His love and His glory being made manifest throughout His creation.
     So, though you cannot see, trust that He is working.  Live a life of delight.
     Though you cannot see, rest in His wisdom as it works.  Live a life of peace. free from worry.
     Though you cannot see, remember that He is sitting on His sovereign throne as King of Kings and Lord of Lords.  Live a life of hope.
     Though you cannot see, live a steadfast life so that the world can see your absolute, unwavering confidence in Him and the loving exercise of His holy power.