BOAST ABOUT THIS

TODAY’S VERSE
This is what the LORD says: “Let not the wise man boast of his wisdom or the strong man boast of his strength or the rich man boast of his riches, but let him who boasts boast about this: that he understands and knows me, that I am the LORD, who exercises kindness, justice and righteousness on earth, for in these I delight,” declares the LORD. Jeremiah 9:23-24. (NIV)

TODAY’S THOUGHT
We are taught as a child not to be proud. But what about an earnest, heartfelt joy welling up inside us that has to express its appreciation for what we have? What of expressing our sincere gratitude and wonder at something so extraordinary and surreal that it defies us to keep our silence? There is such boasting. It is a deep, holy appreciation for what God has done for us. The Lord told Jeremiah to tell the people not to boast about human wisdom, strength, or materialism. These are nothing to brag about; they pale compared to what God has for us. If we are going to boast about anything, then here is what God says we should boast about: “Let him who boasts boast about this: that he understands and knows me, that I am the LORD, who exercises kindness, justice, and righteousness.” How can we hold such a truth inside? How can we stop sharing what a tremendous privilege it is to know the Lord God of the universe? That this same God has given us the privilege to call Him “Lord of our life”? The same God who exercises kindness, justice and righteousness calls us His children. It is He that we affectionately call Father. Today, rejoice in the fact that our Almighty God loves you. Go boast in this and when you tell others, tell them that He loves them too!

TODAY’S PRAYER
Father, thank you that I can boast about the fact that You love me and that I know You. Thank you so much. Help me understand the unbelievable privilege that is mine so that I boast about Your fantastic love to others, and they will desire the same for themselves. In Jesus’ name. AMEN

Ron Ovitt is an author, ordained minister, pastoral counselor, recovery coach, and President of Empower Ministry. Besides his lifetime experience of teaching and preaching, Ron has given over 500 lectures on habits, addictions, and emotional & spiritual-related topics. For information on his books, videos, and podcasts, go to www.ronovitt.com<http://www.ronovitt.com>

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