When Paul finished his second missionary journey to head back to Jerusalem, many people warned him not to go. Even the Holy Spirit had forewarned him that bonds and afflictions await. Yet he said… “None of these things move me, neither do I count my life dear unto myself, so that I might finish my course with joy, and the ministry, which I have received of the Lord Jesus, to testify the Gospel of the grace of God.” – (Acts 20:24)
May this be our attitude as we hear the veiled threats and warnings coming out of the meetings the elites are having. The truth is, THEY don’t know what’s coming – or rather - Who is coming. Their eyes are set on us as prey, but Jesus has his eyes on them. Their momentary power lies to them, for without repentance and faith in Christ, the Lake of Fire is their end.
The Bible reminds us… “If you then be risen with Christ, seek those things which are Above, where Christ sits on the right of God. Set your affection (thoughts, plans, focus) on things above, not on things of the earth. For you are dead (to earthly things) and your life is HID with Christ in God. When Christ, who is our life, shall appear, then shall you also appear with Him in glory.” – (Colossians 1:1-4).
We are “hidden” in Christ. We are saved and safe. We are sealed by His Spirit, secure in His love, and guarded by His power. With such a Shield, may we be undistracted and unmoved by their boasting, and focus on finishing the race set before us with joy - inviting others into the Ark of Safety in Jesus.
Let them have their secrets, ours is with the Lord.
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