"Therefore, since we are receiving a kingdom that cannot be shaken, let us be thankful, and so worship God acceptably with reverence and awe, for our God is a consuming fire." (Hebrews 12:28-29 )Take a look at the past few years; we have seen that the stock market and real estate market can be shaken. We have also seen that seemingly strong businesses can be shaken. In fact, we have even seen that the strongest countries can be shaken. I would say, and I think you would agree, that this world operates on shaky ground.
The writer to the Hebrews tells us that there is one kingdom that can never be shaken, the kingdom of God. The good news is, through Jesus Christ, we as Christians are members of that very kingdom! The question is, are you a member of that kingdom?
"Keep your lives free from the love of money and be content with what you have, because God has said, 'Never will I leave you; never will I forsake you.' So we say with confidence, 'The Lord is my helper; I will not be afraid. What can man do to me?'" (Hebrews 13:5-6)
Self worth is a big issue. We measure it by success at work, school, who we’re married too, our bank accounts, and quite frankly, it’s a trap many of fall into. Don’t get me wrong; money, employment, good grades, and strong marriages are not bad things. But if they are the only thing giving you self worth, then I would guess you’re on shaky ground.
God tells us that he is our helper and protector; he promises to guide and guard us; and he reminds us that he is mightier than anything man can come up with. Think about it, as a Christian you are part of a kingdom that can never be shaken. You also have the God of this universe on your side, and he can never be shaken or defeated.
"What, then, shall we say in response to this? If God is for us, who can be against us? He who did not spare his own Son, but gave him up for us all - how will he not also, along with him, graciously give us all things?" (Romans 8:31-32 )
What "shakable" circumstances you have been facing? This lent, take some time to take stock of your life. Is God central in all that you do? If so, then take some time to rejoice that you are part of an amazing kingdom, and that your KING is more than able to give you everything you need to keep you from being shaken! If not… talk to me. I want to share some Bad News and some Good News with you.
Be unshakable…
Bishop Ian
