James 3:17- The wisdom that comes from God is first of all pure, then peaceful, gentle, and easy to please.
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The heart of Jesus was pure. The Savior was adored by thousands, yet content to live a simple life. He was cared for by women (Luke 8:1-3), yet never accused of lustful thoughts; scorned by his own creation, but willing to forgive them before they even requested his mercy. Peter, who traveled with Jesus for three and a half years, described him as a "lamb, unblemished and spotless" (1 Pet. 1:19 NASB).
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After spending the same amount of time with Jesus, John concluded, "And in him is no sin" (1 John 3:5 NIV).
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Jesus' heart was peaceful. The disciples fretted over the need to feed the thousands, but not Jesus. He thanked God for the problem. The disciples shouted for fear in the storm, but not Jesus. He slept through it. Peter drew his sword to fight the soldiers, but not Jesus. He lifted his hand to heal. His heart was at peace.
- Just Like Jesus
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The Happiest Heart
WHO drives the horses of the sun
Shall lord it but a day;
Better the lowly deed were done,
And kept the humble way.
The rust will find the sword of fame,
The dust will hide the crown;
Ay, none shall nail so high his name
Time will not tear it down.
The happiest heart that ever beat
Was in some quiet breast
That found the common daylight sweet,
And left to Heaven the rest.
- John Vance Cheney
Our joy is most definently in Him and through Him alone.
ReplyDeletePaul, I really like your blog and all of the words of wisdom you bring to it. Even the excerpts and Scripture you find and share, it all works together to tell such meaningful truths. Thanks!
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