Matthew 12:39
“An…unfaithful
generation seeks a sign, but no sign will be given it…”
It is a frightening
prediction. Scientists have detected an
increase in mysterious underground tremors along a stretch of the San Andreas
fault, signaling stress that could boost the likelihood of a major earthquake. It has been predicted even before, that a
great earthquake along the California coast could rip apart that state from the
rest of the continent. And no one can
really predict when that would happen.
And not even the present “doomsday” seers can do that, for “no sign will
be given”. And the more that we should
give our hope and trust to the Lord.
The wisdom and power of Jesus to convert
sinners and unbelievers were greater than the greatest prophets and kings of
the Old Testament, and far greater than the “seers” and “prophets” of
today. Unlike His own generation, with
whom He walked and talked, the billions of Christians all over the world today
do not need any sign to believe in Him. His
Word is enough for us, and our life conversions stand as testimonies and proof
that the power of Jesus, the love and mercy of God and the guidance of the Holy
Spirit is in and forever be in our lives.
What we can do just now is remain steadfast
and true to Jesus Christ and be a “city set on a hill” for all to see, to
witness each day in our workplace, homes, neighborhoods and pray that people
return to the Lord as the bedrock and foundation of their lives. There are now two paths people must choose
from today. One leads back to God, restoration and the Light of Jesus
Christ. The other to Satan, destruction and eternal darkness. Let us pray that people can be drawn back to
the path of Jesus Christ and be restored once again to God.
Almighty Father, You have not given us
signs but love. We will not give you
doubt but faith. You have brought about
our conversion through the power of faith in Your Word, and the evidence of
Your love in Jesus Christ, our Savior. Let
Your indwelling Spirit sustain our hope so that we may not be discouraged like
the prophet Jonah, or be unfaithful like King Solomon in spite of his wisdom. Only by Your grace can we persevere. Amen +
My strength and my courage is the LORD, and He has been my savior.
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