A Jealous God

God is jealous. It's a fact; He doesn't try to hide it. He desires our time, our love, our worship, our everything. But He doesn't just desire it. He actually made us to need Him. He created us with a void that can only be filled by Him, with needs that can only be met by Him. On top of that, He gives us just what we need for that moment or time. We don't have leftovers. We have to go back to Him for what we need when the next situation arises. Past blessings and miracles help to strengthen our faith, and patience, but we still have to go to the source. Like the children of Israel in the desert. They were hungry so God provided manna, but it wouldn't last more than a day. Each morning, before the day got too warm, they had to go out, seek, and gather His blessings. (PLEASE NOTE: This was inspired by the April 18 reading from Jesus Calling by Sarah Young) He will give us a peace that passes understanding, but we must return to Him to keep it. If it was a permanent gift, we would most likely start to feel self sufficient because we could take our eyes off of Him. He doesn't want that, He wants us to keep our eyes on Him. He is a jealous God.

I didn't really want to start my day today. I am dreading going to apply for these two jobs. It's not even an interview, just simply applying in person. So I almost just went back to bed, but I knew if I did I probably wouldn't have quiet time again before leaving. I'll be honest; the excitement of reading and praying wasn't all it should have been. Though one set of scriptures did catch my eye, Philippians 4:6-7.

6 Be anxious for nothing; but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God;
7 and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts, and minds through Christ Jesus.

So, I'm not supposed to worry about these jobs. Instead I am to humbly, earnestly put my request before God and then thank Him for His mercies, His will, His provision. That's all I need to be at peace about the day. By the way, it worked. I will be headed out soon knowing that God will supply all my needs according to His riches in glory.

Back to the jealous God. He made us. God doesn't make mistakes, but He did make us with human frailties so that we would need to depend on Him. Our loving God, and oh how He loves us, made us so that we couldn't be complete without Him, giving Him the opportunity to pour out His love even more. You know, I'm okay with having a jealous God, sure beats one who would leave us on our own to figure it all out.

Thank you, Lord for Your all knowing, all mighty love. We reach out to You in love, praise, and adoration. You alone are worthy of all honor and praise. Your name be high and lifted up. Holy, holy, holy is the Lamb.   Thank You for Your provision, Your strength, Your peace, Your hope, Your healing. Lord, we give You our needs and accept Your peace. Thank You, Jesus.