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Your Question:
What does it mean to serve the Lord with gladness in a chaotic world?
Answer:
As I reflect on what it means to serve the Lord with gladness in a chaotic world, I'm reminded of the character of God. His happiness or blessedness is directly connected to his own person, and he takes pleasure in everything that mirrors his excellence. This concept is beautifully expressed in the psalm that says, "Deep in unfathomable mines of never-failing skill He treasures up his bright designs, and works his sovereign will. Ye fearful saints, fresh courage take; the clouds ye so much dread Are big with mercy, and shall break in blessings on your head." As believers, we're called to delight in God's excellence as we see it manifested in the lives of our brothers and sisters in the Lord. This joy deepens as our conformity to the life of Christ increases, and it's right that we long to be in the fellowship of God's people where his character is manifested. I've seen this in our church community, where people from all walks of life come together to serve and worship God with gladness. For me, serving the Lord with gladness means trusting in his sovereignty and goodness, even in the midst of chaos. It's about having confidence in his plans and purposes, knowing that he works all things for our good (Romans 8:28). I'm reminded of the psalm that says, "Judge not the Lord by feeble sense, but trust him for his grace; Behind a frowning providence he hides a smiling face." This is a truth that I've come to rely on in my own life, and it's something that I try to share with others as I pastor our church.
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evidence that demands a verdict
mcdowell
systematic theology
wayne grudem
biblical critical theory
christopher watkin
revelation
ian paul
christianity and liberalism
j gresham machen
reformed doctrine salvation
loraine boettner
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