We Shall Reap, If We Faint Not

Ken

Only God knows our limits. How far can we go before we faint? “And let us not be weary in well doing: for in due season we shall reap, if we faint not” (Galatians 6:9 KJV). Wherever we can go in faith is where we faint not. “I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me” (Philippians 4:13). The reasonableness of God and gentleness of Christ prevents us from harming ourselves, when we exert ourselves to accomplish “great and mighty things, which thou knowest not” (Jeremiah 33:3). We are more prone to complacently trust in ourselves, forgetting it was always the LORD, who had delivered us in times past. “Trust not in oppression, and become not vain in robbery: if riches increase, set not your heart upon them” (Psalm 62:10). The secret to growing in our knowledge and relationship with the LORD is to give Him the glory for whatever good He has accomplished for and through us. Remember, Herod Agrippa did not pay attention to giving God the glory for what had been accomplished under his administration. “And Herod was highly displeased with them of Tyre and Sidon: but they came with one accord to him, and, having made Blastus the king’s chamberlain their friend, desired peace; because their country was nourished by the king’s country. And upon a set day Herod, arrayed in royal apparel, sat upon his throne, and made an oration unto them. And the people gave a shout, saying, It is the voice of a god, and not of a man. And immediately the angel of the Lord smote him, because he gave not God the glory: and he was eaten of worms, and gave up the ghost” (Acts 12:20-23). Lord, grant us the faith and humility not to faint, when accomplishing Your work. May we be assured of Your direction and not let go until Your will has been done. Help us to glory in You and not ourselves. Lord Jesus, return quickly. In Jesus’ name, amen.