Psalm 118:22-29.    

A promise is good, but a present is better! And that’s the wisdom of the crowd who is always asking, “What have you done for us lately?”

When we began our journey with Jesus, His promises were awesome. The church of my childhood happily sang, “Standing on the promises of Christ the Lord.” Such promises fueled the beginning of the Christian journey with anticipation. It reminded us that the start of a project is always rich with an abundance of energy.

Sustainability! Churches used to hold “pep rallies,” or what was commonly known as “Revivals.” Such events were not only about reaching the lost; the faithful also needed encouragement when their plans became subject to His changes.

We are reminded that every once in a while, we need to step back and take a long look at what the Lord has done. We live with binoculars in this fast-moving age. Sometimes, we just need to lay them aside and look at what the Lord has done.

Look at where you once were. Think about how far the Lord has brought you. Is the mission accomplished? Not yet but with Jesus, a promise made is a promise kept!

Author: David Felter