He Is A Rewarder

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How do we know when we are trusting God?

Am I ever really fully trusting Him?

Likely not. I'd venture to say that every time we think we are, we'll find out eventually we were not.

I think Enoch did. Enoch intrigues me. Not much is said about him.

Here's what I know. I have spent much time in my life not trusting Him, even when I thought I was.

I also know that every time something takes place in my life that is a trial, the Lord has proven Himself to be a generous protector. It's almost to the point where I wonder what amazing things will take place after a given trial. It's almost to the point where I can laugh when those who would harm me carry out their plans - because invariably, the Lord makes it all work to good.

He amazes me.

Without faith it is impossible to please God. We must believe that He is, and that He is a rewarder of those who seek Him.

It's been a long time since I questioned Him, asking why. I know why.

Because He loves me and will do what is best for me.

I really don't need to know much more than that about my circumstances.

The book of Job tells me that. Job, who so obediently refused to blame God or turn from God outwardly, but in his tortured existence cursed the day He was born, not understanding what God was allowing to happen to him.

Our heart pours out to Job. But God took him to task. "Who are you?" He questions of Job.

You knew so little, Job.
I know so little, Faith.

It wasn't enough that Job believed in God, or that He even submitted to Him. But Job faltered in believing that God had what was best for Job. He questioned God's faithfulness in doing what was best for him.

My father does not want me doubting His love and faithfulness; doubting His character. Doubting what He says about Himself.

~Faith

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