Destiny!

The statement has been made: "Law of Destiny: Glory may be fleeting, but obscurity is forever." [source: calendar quote] NOTORIETY is something many aim for in this world. They find great glory in life accomplishments being noted and their name placed on buildings, plaques, trophies, in the record books, etc. Reflecting on their accomplishment is sometimes viewed as it having been their "destiny". They were destined for such NOTORIETY. How many -- on the other hand -- view themselves destined for living unnoticed? There is glory acknowledged here that does pass away. (i.e. James 1:10-11; 1 Peter 1:24) However, is the obscurity of some really forever?

Something we must give serious consideration to is how that which the world glorifies is not always what GOD GLORIFIES. Also, what the world may view as insignificant may be the very thing GOD NOTICES. Remember Jesus drew attention to the woman who gave proportionately much more than what the renowned wealthy had given. ( Mark 12:42-43; Luke 21:2-4)

When the seventy-two disciples were amazed at what they were able to do with the power given to them, note that to which Jesus drew their attention.
"(20) Nevertheless, do not rejoice in this, that the spirits are subject to you, but REJOICE THAT YOUR NAMES ARE WRITTEN IN HEAVEN." ( Luke 10:20 ESV)

And when Jesus taught concerning Himself as being the Good Shepherd, He stated. . .
"(14) I am the good shepherd. I KNOW MY OWN AND MY OWN KNOW ME, (15) just as the Father knows me and I know the Father; and I lay down my life for the sheep." ( John 10:14-15 ESV)

To be KNOWN BY THE LORD and have our NAMES WRITTEN IN HEAVEN for eternity is the destiny God has made possible for us. We might live in obscurity to the world -- though still be acknowledged by those directly around us for the good lives we live for the Lord -- but not obscure to God. This renown is forever and the glory associated with it is not fleeting. May we rejoice in KNOWING THE LORD and being KNOWN BY HIM as we live a life that acknowledges the same. That is the destiny we are to hold of utmost importance.

Have a great day PRAISING GOD FOR THE GLORY THAT LASTS!
Carl

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