Majesty

The Merriam-Webster Dictionary defines the word majesty as sovereign power, authority or dignity; a word used in addressing or referring to sovereigns; greatness or splendor or quality of character. Each one of these descriptions suits God to a tee, yet He is so much more.

In 1978, Pastor Jack Hayford penned these beautiful words:

Majesty, worship his majesty
Unto Jesus be all glory, power and praise
Majesty, kingdom authority flow from his throne
Unto his own his anthem raise
So exalt lift up on high the name of Jesus
Magnify, come glorify Christ Jesus the king
Majesty, worship his majesty
Jesus who died now glorified
King of all kings.

 

"Majesty" became a powerful and popular tribute to the splendor and glory of the God who created the heavens and the earth, placed the stars in the sky and knows the number of hairs upon our head. I remember with fond nostalgia singing this song with my youngest son, Andrew, as I drove him to school each morning. The song preceded the broadcast of Pastor Jack's radio show, Living Word. When it came on, we would joyously belt out every line in unison. It was a difficult time in my life, but singing that song with Andrew seemed to put everything into perspective. The words echoed my own heart, extolling the God who rules and reigns over all the world, yet calls me His own. The majestic, magnificent, powerful, awesome Lord God Almighty cared enough to take a small moment each day to knit my heart with my son's and create a precious memory as we sang together in praise to Him.

As we take time daily to praise God for His majesty and all that He is, He listens and takes pleasure in our words, songs and meditations. He delights in our worship, adoration and offerings. The Bible says that praising God is a sacrifice that honors Him. And, as with the Israelites, when we offer our sacrifice of praise it is a sweet aroma to the Lord.

 

Won't you allow Him to speak to you today about who He is and what your praise means to Him.

 

My Precious Daughter,

How I love to hear you praise My name. How I long to hear  your words of love lifted up to me like sweet incense filling My throne room. How it blesses Me and honors Me when you glorify My name.

Precious child, you are a delight to Me. You are a sparkling gem and a treasure crafted by My strong and gentle hands. I am molding and shaping you each day.

Hold fast to My word and the testimony of My son. Fix your eyes on the blessings of Heaven and shun the lust of earthly things. Righteousness, peace and joy are your portion today, for you are My chosen and beloved child.

Continue to lift up My name. Continue to send praise and surround yourself with My glory. The enemy has no hold on you when you extoll Me as your Lord and King.

Be blessed today, dear one. Be reminded that I am with you always to the end of days, and My favor is upon you. Be blessed for you are set apart, sanctified, for My glory. You are My beloved daughter.

I love you

Psalm 50:23 - But giving thanks [praise] is a sacrifice that truly honors me. If you keep to my path, I will reveal to you the salvation of God." 

 

Mal. 1:11 - But my name is honored by people of other nations from morning till night. All around the world they offer sweet incense and pure offerings in honor of my name. For my name is great among the nations," says the LORD Almighty.

Habakuk 3:3 - I see God, the Holy One, moving across the deserts from Edom and Mount Paran. His brilliant splendor fills the heavens, and the earth is filled with his praise! What a wonderful God he is! 

 

Hebrews 13:15 - With Jesus' help, let us continually offer our sacrifice of praise to God by proclaiming the glory of his name.

Shattered Dreams, Hope Fulfilled

I grew up knowing that one day I would be a mother ... one day I would have a daughter. I played dolls everyday until I reached junior high school. I saved my most treasured dolls to share with the daughter who would be mine. I dreamed of baking and shopping and doing all the things that my mother had done with me. I was certain that my daughter and I would be best friends forever.

God is so wise and perfect, isn't He? You might be surprised I say that ... I had three boys and later gained two stepsons. The dreams of a little girl were redirected and left unfulfilled.

I love my sons .... all of them. I have been blessed beyond measure because they are each uniquely different - each a gift perfectly placed in my life. I can tell you that I now understand football, wrestling and even some parts of a car engine simply because of these wonderful unexpected gifts. And, how blessed are they, because they have had the pleasure of learning how to make beds, cook and appreciate the amazing unpredictability of living with me! While I doubt they will truly ever really understand women ... they have had a glimpse of the feminine side of life.

My sons are all grown and out of the home now. I count it a privilege to have been given the blessing of raising them. Yet, that longing for daughters remained.

One day, years ago, I questioned God about the fact that He had not answered my specific prayer for a daughter. He responded! He promised me many daughters. I was baffled because I was unable to conceive by that time. I think I must have felt like Abram when God told him he would have descendants as numerous as the stars. But the Lord went on and assured me that I would have spiritual daughters. Young women who would come into my life and be like true daughters to me.

I will say it again, God is so wise and perfect! It took a long time, but He has blessed me with women - young women - who have been knit to my heart as if they were my own flesh and blood. I have two daughters-in-law and several spiritual daughters that fill my life with abundant joy. I look forward with anticipation to the others He has prepared to place in my life for such a time as this!

As I read Isaiah 54, my heart was moved for women who have never had the children they dreamed of having. The heartbreak of an unfulfilled dream. I journaled my prayer to the Lord saying, "In my own situation you blessed me with wonderful sons - but my heart and soul longed for daughters, too. Oh, how I missed that joy in my life, Then you promised spiritual daughters - and you have answered that promise over and over... You have continually poured out blessing in my life - I see it. Where I felt lack you have proven and provided my desires. You are to be highly praised for you are a faithful and true Father."

I asked the Lord to speak to those who felt the disappointment of shattered dreams - whether children or relationship - whatever they may be. I pray that if you have given up on your dreams, you will find hope and comfort in the Lord's letter to you. When we put our hope in God's promises, we are never disappointed - we never lack.

My Precious Daughter,

How I delight in your words of praise over Me. Yes, I am faithful in My promises to you. Yes, I am a loving Father who knows your heart's desires and who longs to fill them. Yes, I am to be trusted for My Word says so - My actions say so.

Beloved, the void you have felt is to first be filled with My love. Let me come and cover you with My wings, hold you in My arms. Let Me fill you to overflowing so that your faith grows strong. For I have not forsaken you.

Set your heart on Me. Come to Me each day. Ready My Word and be comforted. I have all you need. I AM all you need. Look up in every situation and I will guide you. You are not lost, you do not lack. I will fill you up and I will answer your prayers. Dear one, hold onto the hope, for when you least expect it, you will see My promises fulfilled.

I AM the Lord Your God. I can do anything; nothing is impossible for Me. My plans for you are good. And though they may not look exactly like yours, one day, beloved, you will see how perfrect and complete they are.

Trust that My love for you is enough. My grace is sufficient. I have all things under control. I have your life, your hopes, your dreams in My hands.

I love you.


Isaiah 54:1 - "Sing, O childless woman! Break forth into loud and joyful song, O Jerusalem, even though you never gave birth to a child. For the woman who could bear no children now has more than all the other women," says the LORD.

Isaiah 54:5 - For your Maker is your husband— the LORD Almighty is his name— the Holy One of Israel is your Redeemer; he is called the God of all the earth.

Isaiah 54:14 - In righteousness you shall be established; You shall be far from oppression, for you shall not fear; And from terror, for it shall not come near you.  

Some Days

I have learned that some days, it's just about God's love for us. Some days, it is just about sitting on His lap and listening to Him sing over us. Some days, it's just about filling ourselves up with the love that surpasses all other. Today is one of those days ... really, everyday is one of those days.

God has said that He wants nothing more than to love us, unconditionally and perfectly through whatever circumstances our lives bring. He is there in our greatest moments. He is there in those times when we feel like we just can't possibly pull ourselves out of the deepest, darkest hole. He is there when we are just going about being ourselves, living our lives and doing those things we need to do each day. What a beautiful picture of faith, hope and love. God is faithfully loving us at every moment.

If you need to hear God whisper His love to you today, then this love letter is for you. He has set His hand upon your life, His eyes upon your day and His love in your heart.


My Precious Daughter,

I love you. My love for you is unsurpassed, immeasurable, unconditional. No weapon of the enemy shall strike you or remove you from My hand - My love. No circumstance, no curse ... nothing can change My love nor My plans for your life.

Seek Me, beloved, for every need. For every good thing comes from the Lord Your God. I am here, precious daughter, watching, covering, showering you with My love and blessing.

Each moment you spend with Me is like another deposit in your Heavenly bank account. Each moment is another jewel added to your crown.

I love you, dear one, above all else. You are My daughter, My princess, My favorite. Delight in My words as I delight in you. Seek nothing else but My love and all will be well. Set your heart and mind on Me, for today I shall once again pour out My love over you.

Sit at My feet, be bathed in My spirit. Trust in My Word. You are mine.

I love you.


John 3;16 - "For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, [fn] that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life. 

Isa. 54:17 - no weapon forged against you will prevail, and you will refute every tongue that accuses you. This is the heritage of the servants of the LORD, and this is their vindication from me," declares the Lord. 

James 1:17 - Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, and comes down from the Father of lights, with whom there is no variation or shadow of turning.