Clothe Yourselves with Humility

~~~ 1Peter 5: 5b-14 ~~~ Psalm 89 ~~~ Mark 16: 15-20 ~~~

I have often quoted 1 Peter 5:7 to my friends,

“Cast all your worries upon him because he cares for you.”

This whole reading is rich with the beauty of the inspired word. Spending too much time worrying about what might happen in the future is really a lack of trust. Worrying is also a form of pride because you think that you alone must solve all of life’s problems. I am pretty sure that without the intervention of God the demonic roaring lion will win. Surround yourself with others who are steadfast in faith; we all fight the same battles. We are all tested in the fire.

Peter delivers a powerful message in these verses. I can just imagine when he had finished the people cheered and applauded. His closing is just what you want to hear. “The God of all grace who called you into his eternal glory through Jesus Christ will himself restore, confirm, strengthen, and establish you after you have suffered a little.”

With those final words how can you not lay down your worries? He will give as all we need to carry on. So since we all share the same trials greet one another with a loving kiss. Extend ‘Peace to all who are in Christ.’

Joyfully sing of the goodness of the Lord.

Jesus extended his holy powers through the eleven. They were able to keep his promises alive with signs of healing doing many such things in his name.

They went forth and preached everywhere, while the Lord worked through them. Pray for the Lord to work through as he sees fit.

Show us the way to joyfully walk into the light of your countenance, O Lord.