Thine eyes shall see the king in his beauty: they shall behold the land that is very far off.
I was thinking of how much of the Bible deals with future things. It all begins, a heartbeat after the first sin with Genesis 3:15. The solution to sin's quagmire lies in the future. I believe the very essence of faith hinges on trusting God for what lies ahead.
To be sure, we have to live in the now, and God gives wise instruction for living. But few pay attention to those instructions, who have no faith in the future things.
So, the Word says “Thine eyes shall see.” God's promises for Israel were, and still are, future. At this very moment, Jerusalem falls short of the grandeur God foretells. Once, they beheld their King, but they crucified Him. Presently, Israel grapples with conflict against Hamas. Support from Christians and conservatives, whether for political reasons or hopeful aspirations, doesn't capture the full scope of what God intends for Israel. They shall see their King. In days to come, Jesus will reign in Jerusalem.
And, Christian, the pinnacle of your promises awaits in the future. Live for God today, anchored in faith for what will unfold then.
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Eyes Fixed Forward: The Essence of Faith in Future Grace
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