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Translucency


Jan 14 
This is that amazing concept that I feel I’ve mastered until I read through it once more and the “thump of God” is right there, once again. I allow some people to think I’ve got it all put in order, when I know I’m just as messed up in some areas as others.

I’m reminded of a movie that was semi-cool. I was more enthralled with the house and how it was built than I was with the gore associated with it; but when I think translucency, I think of this house. (ever see 13 Ghosts) This house was designed with glass walls, and gears that moved the walls and floors etc. It was designed to “hold” the horrors of these 13 ghosts. But it’s the intricacy of how this house works, not the horrors I think of  whenever someone uses this word in a sermon that reminds me; “that no matter how many walls, doors, traps, or other protective devices I try and throw up to protect me from the enemy or those around me, God still sees through it all. God still penetrates it all. On the flip side, it also helps me to “see” how the armor of God works as well. Satan can’t see my armor, or can he? I have no proof, but I like to believe that the armor of God is also like this translucent house. It’s there protecting me, but he can’t see it. (That’s just my little kid coming out) My armor is my “force field”. Okay, so back on track now. Thanks for venturing down that rabbit hole with me!

We need to be comfortable with the fact that God sees right through us. I can’t convince Him of anything, because He already knows and sees it. There’s also nothing we can DO to separate Him from us.  

1 Sam 16:7 reminds us that God looks at our heart.  (motives and character.)

Romans 8:39-39 reminds us that there is NOTHING that can separate us from the love of God. Not life or death, not angels or demons, not the present or future, no powers, no height, no depth, or any other thing in creation that can “separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord.” (mostly paraphrased)

I don’t know about you, but it’s only been 14 days into the year and touching back on the truths of the word and putting my trust in the Lord unequivocally, has put my soul, my heart, my mind at such ease and peace. I still have tons of things to overcome, but I truly have a calming, peace about me.

Until next time my friends, Shalom! 

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