As In a Mirror

 

     God’s word, the Bible, is living and breathing.

For the Word of God is alive and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it penetrates even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow. It judges the thoughts and attitudes of the heart. Hebrews 4:12

     Miraculously, over time, God works in us to become more like Christ. We will never attain His righteousness, but the word of God is compared to a mirror. As we look into it, our reflection can change. Listen to these words from the half-brother of Jesus.

Anyone who listens to the Word and does not do what it says, is like someone who looks at his face in a mirror and, after looking at himself, goes away and immediately forgets what he looks like. But whoever looks intently into the perfect law that gives freedom, and continues in it-not forgetting what they have heard, but doing it-they will be blessed in what they do. James 1:23-25

     The word of God transforms lives. It brings peace, comfort and deep joy. It fills souls and keeps hope alive. It blesses us over and over again. We will never understand God completely, until we meet Him face-to-face, but He allows us into His inner sanctuary.

For now, we see only a reflection as in a mirror, then we shall see face-to-face. Now I know in part, then I shall know fully, even as I am fully known. 1 Corinthians 13:12

     How comforting to know that we are fully and completely known. God knows us more intimately than any other. And one day, we will see Him face-to-face

Jesus,

Teach us to “do” the word. Your word is alive and active, the bread and water of life for our souls. Give us a hunger and a thirst to know more about You, as You are reflected to us.

Amen