God values us enough to wait for our choice. During the week before His death and resurrection He has a poignant moment of deep grief.
”O Jerusalem, Jerusalem, who kills the prophets and stones those sent to her! How often I wanted to gather your children together…and you were unwilling.” Matthew 23:37 NASB
Not that He was powerless to change things but somehow God limits Himself by handing choice to His human creation. He offers truth, help, wisdom for what is best for them. He gives, shows, warns, waits and weeps. At times He agonizes over our choices and over choices made by others that deeply hurt us. He weeps knowing what could have been.
Yet in His sorrow is awakened a fierce and loving redemption that can bring about “new creation” (Galatians 6:15). So much so that evil is reversed, defeated, overcome. He makes a way humbling Himself to a “system” He set up for the sake of love.
By His power and resurrection evil no longer has sway over us. We now have the choice to overcome with Him by His love! (Romans 8:37)
Where are you overcoming with Him in your life?
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The Lord has been helping me see my need for having a teachable spirit and a humble heart, He is helping me overcome unbelief and pride…a daily challenge! I am learning to trust Him for a slower pace and for the unexpected privileges to mentor and disciple others. Often investing in others seems very mutual but I am so thankful for this, His call. Romans 11:29 “God’s gifts and calling are irrevocable,” has blessed me!