A Reminder!

When God gave the instructions for the garments to be worn by Aaron (the first High Priest under the old Law), there was "a plate of pure gold" that was to be fastened on the front of the turban where it would be on "Aaron's forehead". On this plate were to be the words, "Holy to the LORD." ( Exodus 28:36-38) This was to be a reminder worn in front of each succeeding high priest's mind of their holy position and function between the nation and God. It ought to be our aim as well; being "Holy to the LORD." Continually bearing this in mind we will be better enabled to remain open to living a life that pleases God.

There are other places significant statements have been placed that should also give rise to continual mindfulness. One of those places is on our U.S. currency. Though it is not commanded by God -- as it was in the case of the pattern for the priestly garments noted above -- it does draw due attention to Him. While there has been a movement to have them removed, the words "IN GOD WE TRUST" are printed on the back of our paper currency and on the front of our coins. I doubled checked what I had in my wallet and verified our 1, 5, 10, 50, and 100 dollar bills and pennies, nickels, dimes, and quarters are so marked. Perhaps those words should be read every time we use our money. It is a fitting place for the words "IN GOD WE TRUST" to be written because "in money" is not where our trust should be! Many who have had wealth have found themselves to lose it very quickly. Though they thought they had it made, what then? The investments in which they trusted were impacted by the economy and decisions of others (sometimes other's greed) only to find themselves having to put retirement and other plans on hold.

In Psalms we read. . .

"(3) When I am afraid, I put my trust in you. (4) In God, whose word I praise, IN GOD I TRUST; I shall not be afraid. What can flesh do to me?" ( Psalm 56:3-4 ESV)

. . . And . . .

"(10) In God, whose word I praise, in the LORD, whose word I praise, (11) IN GOD I TRUST; I shall not be afraid. What can man do to me?" ( Psalm 56:10-11 ESV)

"IN GOD I TRUST!" Is that truly where our trust rests all of the time? Perhaps those words should be on other things as well to remind us of where not to place our trust as we keep it in God! Would they be fitting words to place on our house, our car, our exercise equipment, or any other possession to which we may attach our lives? We do not want to make the mistake of the rich fool who thought he had it made ( Luke 12:19), but made the costly error of not being rich toward God. ( Luke 12:21)

Let us not place our trust in that which could quickly "sprout wings" and fly away. ( Proverbs 23:4-5) It is only in God Who is eternal that we can have continual hope for now and the future. May our complete trust remain in Him.

Have a great day WITH TRUSTING GOD ENGRAVED ON OUR MINDS!
Carl

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