1. Deuteronomy 32
4 He is the Rock, his work is perfect: for all his ways are judgment: a God of truth and without iniquity, just and right is he.
This verse, especially “for all his ways are judgment” has stayed with me this week as I thought on its meaning and practical application in my life. I can see now that God actually is Truth, Life, and Love. Therefore all that He does – His every expression and manifestation – is instantly judged by Him to be of Him, and cannot be unlike Him. There is no gray area to it (and life before Plainfield felt like it was all gray area)!
This had me thinking of all the ways I’ve learned here which help me know when I am moving closer to God. Here are a few questions that came:
Is Truth being revealed? Am I making the same old missteps, or are my steps “ordered by the Lord” (Psalm 37:23) and guiding me to my place and purpose? Is the need for empty calories, empty words, empty interactions, and vain imaginings going away, and being replaced with the need for the healing, comfort, and peace that only Christian Science brings?
Is Love being demonstrated? Well, is fear lessening? Is joy increasing? Is my life blessing more than just me? Am I moving beyond selfish concern and seeking the good of all mankind? Do I hate my enemy, or love him?
Is Life being expressed? Do I accept the claims of sickness, or do I “rise in rebellion against them”? (S&H, p. 391) Do I see and feel the beauty of God’s creation evident all around me? Do I feel drained by this work, or invigorated by it? Am I grateful to get up each day and live for God?
I once had so much difficulty telling right from wrong, but answering these questions helped me to see how much things have changed. I am so grateful for all I am learning in this church and from my practitioner. Thank you!