Go Unsatisfied
Matthew 5:12 says “Be glad and rejoice, because your reward is great in heaven…”
When Jesus gave the Sermon on the Mount in Matthew 5 He essentially told his followers that the life of one who lives for God is characterized by an expectation of receiving satisfaction in the future…not in the present. It is the life of faith that pleases God, not the life that expects sight now (Hebrews 11:6). Remember what Jesus said to Thomas after He appeared to him while they were in hiding: “Because you have seen Me, you have believed. Those who believe without seeing are blessed” (John 20:29). Jesus made it clear that He wants His followers to trust in what He says and who He is based on His credibility–which is awesome! We take Jesus’ words to the bank based on a handshake alone; we do not wonder if He will follow through. Ironically, when one waits on the Lord IN FAITH they experience His peace which transcends all understanding (Philippians 4:7). We are at peace because we truly trust …
