IT IS HERE
READING: PSALM 33:1-12
Some phrases associated with the word “full” are:
1. Holding as much or as many as possible
2. Being at the highest degree or largest extent
3. Completely developed
The list of similar definitions is lengthy. The point is that if the earth is “full” of God’s goodness, then it is plentiful and we must be submerged in it. Even at that, there are times when people do not notice the presence of that goodness. Nonetheless, it exists just as His word promises. Therefore, our problem seems to be that people become distracted from the goodness that is present. People used to say “It’s hard to focus on draining the swamp when you’re surrounded by alligators.” That describes severe distraction, but even under extreme conditions, we can still have success at consistently acknowledging the goodness of God’s presence. There is scriptural help for those who desire to do this. If we regard Psalm 27:13 and obediently exercise belief that we will see the goodness of God in the land of the living, then surely the Father will respect that hope and expectation. He will lovingly reward our faith and confidence regarding the presence of His goodness. That’s a thought – about God’s Word.
RESPONSE
2. What advice could you give to help someone focus on the presence of God’s goodness?
