The Jesus Bible Reading Plan / GOD IS IN CONTROL

The Jesus Bible Reading Plan

Day 223 of 365 GOD IS IN CONTROL In light of the brazen abuses committed by wicked people, the psalmist wondered aloud, "Why, Lord, do you stand far off?" (v. 1). At first glance, it would seem that the perennial question of the problem of evil has again stolen the spotlight and remained unanswered. Yet, the psalmist's conclusion suggests not only an answer, but also an entirely different emphasis - a faith-filled focus on the trustworthiness and action of God. Consider the psalmist's proclamation that "the Lord is King for ever and ever" (v. 16)! Clearly he believed that God hears, God sees, God acts and God defends "the fatherless and the oppressed"; and God promises that the wicked, ultimately, "will never again strike terror" (v. 18). The truth is that God is in control. God's kingdom is now, and it is coming. God will reign as King. The bottom line is that the reality of God's authority and actions come to bear on today's injustices - if not now, then in the future. Because of this, God's people can take heart in the good news that Jesus is coming, and he is "coming soon" (Rev 22:20). Jesus, as I live in this wicked world, remind me constantly that you are in control. Thank you for inviting me into your kingdom. Help me to daily experience your kingdom's peace. Amen. Psalms 10:12-18 NASB 12 Arise, O L ord ; O God, lift up Your hand. Do not forget the afflicted. 13 Why has the wicked spurned God? He has said to himself, "You will not require it. " 14 You have seen it, for You have beheld mischief and vexation to take it into Your hand. The unfortunate commits himself to You; You have been the helper of the orphan. 15 Break the arm of the wicked and the evildoer, Seek out his wickedness until You find none. 16 The L ord is King forever and ever; Nations have perished from His land. 17 O L ord , You have heard the desire of the humble; You will strengthen their heart, You will incline Your ear 18 To vindicate the orphan and the oppressed, Revelation 22:20 NASB 20 He who testifies to these things says, "Yes, I am coming quickly." Amen. Come, Lord Jesus