I have always known that the LORD keeps a close eye on me and watches over me. But, until recently, I had no idea really just how much I am watched over. I have been watched over since the moment I was conceived (Jeremiah 1:5). But, I have realized with greater understanding just how much the LORD keeps close watch over me. Psalms 121:1-8 really says it all. The LORD is my keeper and HE will preserve my soul. Certainly, I do understand that the precepts (laws) of the LORD are perfect for revitalizing my soul (Psalms 119:88). These precepts/laws/statutes/commandments are designed to keep a close watch over my soul that I would remember to keep my eyes focused on the LORD. I am reminded and encouraged that no matter what deeds and acts that have been done to me, I am preserved. My soul is well, and I must remember that I am to continue to keep the words of the LORD in my heart and in my mouth that I should not lose my way or to listen to defeat. Jeremiah 1:11-12 says that the LORD was ready and is ready today to watch how I perform the WORD in my life. Do I understand what "perform" means? How do I take the WORD and use it? Praise and Worship, prayer and sharing the WORD with anyone who will listen. The LORD watches over my life to make sure that I am continuing after HIM. Do I model what a Christian is to be? It does not matter what I have done or what has been done to me. I know that the laws of the LORD are written down in my heart and on my lips. How am I living my life? Do I understand what I am supposed to do with my life? That is why HE is watching over me to make sure that I am performing the WORD as it has been instructed to me. This is so simple yet so complicated and complex. To walk as a Christian is not easy. To choose to accept HIS love is not easy. It is an awesome thing when I understand the grace given me to learn to accept the laws of the LORD--it is by grace that I am saved and it is by grace that I am able to walk and to live.
Watching on. Encouraging on!
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