This post by kathylarkman was originally published at GRACE PLACE
“This is what the Lord says: ‘Don’t let the wise boast in their wisdom, or the powerful boast in their power, or the rich boast in their riches. But those who wish to boast should boast in this alone: that they truly know me and understand that I AM THE LORD who demonstrates unfailing love and who brings justice and righteousness to the earth, and that I DELIGHT in these things. I, the Lord, have spoken.’” Jeremiah 9:23-24 NLT
Knowing God- Just. Righteous. Unfailing love. Not only is this blatantly countercultural, but is a direct word from God. He delights in our knowing and understanding Him; Our Father God, Our Redeemer and merciful Saviour Jesus Christ, and our Counselor and Comforter, the Holy Spirit!
And, the more we understand and know God, then we will know and understand ourselves. Why? Because we are His image bearers; He is our identity.
He is our foundation for us to accept what God does even when we don’t understand it. When we’re confused, we can fall back on what we know about God from his Word.
Each aspect of His character is a window into His beauty, another chance to trust Him, and another reason to love Him.
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