God's Favor

Back in late February, our good friends, George and Rebecca Womble, gave us a copy of "Daily LIght for Every Day," which provides Scripture (only), usually centered on a theme, both morning and night. This wonderful little book was first published in 1794 and continues to bless God's children to this day. For each page (representing a morning or evening of a particular day), somewhat lengthy passages will sometimes be included, but more often than not single verses will be listed, and more often than not, only portions of verses will be listed. (I am usually leery of publications or sermons that group Scripture together in such a way because of the temptation to make a point by taking Scripture out of context, but care was taken to avoid such a mistake in this book.) A verse, or a portion of a verse, that is listed at the top of each offering will give you an idea where the verses are going for that particular morning or evening. Many families use this little gem of a book to stay connected with one another, all reading the same Scripture though they are thousands of miles apart. Great idea!

As you know, Linda died exactly two weeks ago from today. My wonderful children have helped me get the house back into shape (as well as a few wonderful brothers and sisters in Christ!), and while I can usually put my hands on most things, I was unable to get to the copy of "Daily Light." Rebecca had sent a card saying that I should read the collection of Scripture for the evening of March 3, the day Linda went to be with the Lord. When I finally was able to read them last night, my heart was overwhelmed with a sense of God's favor, both for Linda and for me. I would like to share them with you, in the same format in which they are found.

The prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus.

You will have treasure in heaven; . . . come, follow Me. I am . . . your exceeding great reward.

Well done, good and faithful servant; you were faithful over a few things, I will make you ruler over many things. Enter into the joy of your Lord. They shall reign forever and ever.

You will receive the crown of glory that does not fade away. The crown of life. The crown of righteousness. An imperishable crown.

Father, I desire that they also whom You gave Me may be with Me where I am, that they may behold My glory which You have given Me. We shall always be with the Lord.

For I consider that the sufferings of this present time are not worthy to be compared with the glory which shall be revealed in us.

PHIL. 3:14; Matt. 19:21; Gen. 15:1; Matt. 25:21; Rev. 22:5; 1 Pet. 5:4; James 1:12; 2 Tim. 4:8; 1 Cor. 9:25; John 17:24; 1 Thess. 4:17; Rom. 8:18