Who Do We Worship
Jehovah-Jireh
5And Abraham said to his young men, “Stay here with the donkey; the lad and I will go yonder and worship…..” Gen. 22:5 (NKJV)
Are you facing a trial or a test at this moment in your life? Maybe the money has run out, maybe a child has turned his back on what he knows to be right, or maybe you and your spouse aren’t getting along the way you know that you should. I believe that God is trying to bring you to a place that He can reveal his character of provision. God is waiting for you to approach that situation with worship so that He can reveal the ram caught in the thicket.
Another thing that struck me about Abraham’s test was his unwavering faith. In verses 7 and 8, Isaac himself was confused. He knew that they were going to make a sacrifice, but they did not have a lamb. In verse 8 Abraham stated, “God will provide the lamb.” Hebrews 11:19 tells us that Abraham had already accepted the fact that he was going to be killing his son, but he knew God would raise him from the dead. Either way Abraham had no doubt that God would provide.
In your situation have you allowed doubt to enter your heart? James chapter 1 says that the person who doubts should not expect to receive anything from the Lord. That’s how serious doubt is. Doubt and fear are synonymous. Doubt removes all faith. God does not dwell in the midst of doubt or fear. The only way to battle doubt is through unmoving faith and trust. It was Abraham’s faith that let him up the mountain with Isaac. It was his faith that bound his son and placed him on the altar. It was even his faith that raised the knife.
Finally, in the midst of faith and worship, God spoke to Abraham and provided the way out of the situation. God was providing according to His word. Not only did God provide, but He also rewarded. As you go through your trial, as you experience those painful times, you must remember that God is a rewarder of those who seek Him in worship and a provider for those who keep their faith in Him.
God is leading you to his provision. He is the supplier. He knows your area of need. He knows where you hurt. He is not sitting back in His heavenly Lazy Boy just watching your agony. He is moving you toward His provision. Don’t stop worshiping, don’t stop trusting. Your provision is coming.
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This is the debut album by EXW friend Paul Langford. Paul is a Chicago based singer, arranger, keyboardist, producer and conductor. Paul has a career that spans 14 years. Paul's work includes arranging for groups like GLAD, Voices of Liberty, VoiceTrek, The Chicago based "Caroling Party" and Day of Discovery Singers. His arranging has appeared on recordings side by side with greats like Gene Puerling and David Maddux, and he has sung with Don Shelton, Bonnie Herman and Bob Bowker, among others.