What? Who?
There are times that I’m sure others don’t understand why I do what I do. I’m sure that I’ve been dismissed by some because of my faith. I don’t think I’ve ever been asked or challenged about my faith or my Counselor – God Himself. I’m fine if people ask. I’m fine if people don’t ask. I really wish others could know that peace that He brings to my heart. Even in the midst of chaos or struggle, He’s present. Even in the midst of a victorious moment, He’s there. He NEVER LEAVES, He’s faithful and consistent in me even when I’m consistently inconsistent following Him and His call upon my heart.
King Hezekiah was a follower of God. When the king of Assyria sends a message to Hezekiah, everyone is on edge. There was something that encouraged me in the message from one king to another. Check this out….
4 Then the Assyrian king’s chief of staff told them to give this message to Hezekiah:
“This is what the great king of Assyria says: What are you trusting in that makes you so confident? 5 Do you think that mere words can substitute for military skill and strength? Who are you counting on, that you have rebelled against me?(Isaiah 36:4-5 NLT)
What – This is obviously the faith of King Hezekiah. He didn’t just talk about his faith, he actually lived it out daily.
Who – This is referring to God. I think King Hezekiah was a prayer warrior. He talked to God often about his kingdom and his country. He recognized God as Creator and Almighty God.
The “what” and the “Who” of King Hezekiah was baffling to the Assyrian king. I’m sure there were people in Jerusalem who were surprised or wondered about their king’s faith and trust in God.
I believe my faith in God is responsible for who I’ve become.
I believe my faith in God is leading me to become more like Him.
My faith in God is what draws me to Him and His Word.
My faith is not negotiable or debatable. It is my own and it is from the One Whom I trust. I wish I could properly describe my faith. I wish I could properly describe my God.
The “what” and the “Who” in this passage has forever changed my life.
Pressing On!
Dwayne