Marie’s daily verse: And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him (Colossians 3:17). 

DAILY DEVOTION, September 3, 2024

For now we see in a mirror, dimly, but then face to face. Now I know in part, but then I shall know just as I also am known. (1 Corinthians 13:12).

Have you heard anyone say, “Why did God allow this to happen? If God is good, why is there so much evil in the world? Why has God allowed so many to die in the Middle East?” The list of “why” questions goes on and on. Our verse reminds us of a fundamental truth. We are not yet in heaven. We live in a world where we cannot answer some questions. I imagine looking into a foggy mirror and seeing a dim reflection. That is what life is like. Yes, we do know some things, but there are many things we will never know in this life. Paul says, “We know in part.”

Indeed, the day is approaching when all our questions will find their answers. We will possess all the knowledge we need in God’s eternal Kingdom. There will be no mysteries, no unanswered queries. However, we have yet to arrive. God is testing our faith to see if we will trust Him even when His ways seem perplexing. Sometimes, we need a gentle reminder – – – we are not yet in heaven.

We sing a hymn with the chorus, “It will be worth it all when we see Jesus.” Here is the first verse:

“Oft times the day seems long. Our trials hard to bear,

We’re tempted to complain, to murmur and despair;

But Christ will soon appear to catch His bride away,

All tears forever over in God’s eternal day.”

Then comes the chorus, “It will be worth it all when we see Jesus.” Yes, the day is coming when all our questions will be answered. In the meantime, it’s crucial to remember to concentrate on what we do know (Jesus is our Lord and Savior) and not to worry about things we do not know.

Father, thank you for revealing so much of Your divine truth. However, sometimes things happen in my life that confuse and perplex me. Help me understand and accept that in this life, I can only know in part. Forgive me when my trials lead me to complain. I ask the Holy Spirit to keep me in true faith when life is hard. I pray in the holy name of Jesus, Amen.