[The Glory Unveiled]
But the LORD said to Samuel, “Do not consider his appearance or his height, for I have rejected him. The LORD does not look at the things people look at. People look at the outward appearance, but the LORD looks at the heart.” ( 1 Samuel 16:7 )
The prophet Samuel was supposed to go anoint a new king for Israel from the house of Jesse. He didn’t exactly know who it was in particular but he knew the address (location) of where the person may be. And so he came to the house of Jesse with a bottle of anointing oil. God knew who would be king but Samuel didn’t yet know. In that moment he thought it may be David’s elders brother, Eliab because he had the physical attributes and qualities. Unfortunately, he was rejected and God made a statement that necessitated today’s devotion. God said to Samuel, that He does not look at the things people look at; people look at the outward appearance. The lord looks at the heart. Our desires and appetite portray the things our heart cleaves to. What we continuously engage our mind in becomes the imprint of our hearts. God will not choose us for anything worthwhile unless the state of our heart is right. Eliab was rejected because his heart was not right. Whoever wants to do business with God, must work with His terms and conditions. We must intentionally disregard every attempt of the world and it’s system to buy into their “normal”. We are of a different citizenship and our culture is different. Glory!
Prayer_Bead: Omniscient Father, Mighty God, thank you for working on my heart to love and live for your good purposes. My confessions and actions are consistent with your desires for me. I am chosen for the display of your glory.
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