DEVOTION ~ GODLY FEAR IN FAITH

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Theme: Godly Fear in Faith 
Text: Hebrews 11:7

7 By faith Noah, being divinely warned of things not yet seen, moved with godly fear, prepared an ark for the saving of his household, by which he condemned the world and became heir of the righteousness which is according to faith.



In the dispensation of Noah, the earth was filled with much evil that the Lord decided to destroy the earth with those evil men. Noah and his household were spared because Noah acted in obedience to every instruction God gave him. Godly fear is adhering to the Lord in obedience. It is reverence to God by heeding to His instructions even if it makes no sense to mankind. (Genesis 6; Ecclesiastes 12:13&14; Proverbs 9:10)

The faith of Noah acted where reason failed. It was like a tale in his dispensation to tell people the earth is about to be destroyed and so prepare to enter an ark when huge towers were available to hide in. He never doubted God, but took every instruction to the latter. When the Holy Spirit prompts you on an action to take, do not overlook it or try to apply wisdom to weigh if it's good to go.

Noah saved his household in obedience whereas those who ridiculed him were condemned to death. He obtained the heir of righteousness according to faith through obedience. Praise be to God, our righteousness is the Righteousness of Christ and all we need to do is believe. Believe in every Word of the Lord and act in obedience to obtain the Father's approval. (1 Peter 3:20; Romans 3:22) 


Prayer: Father of Grace, thank You for divinely instructing us with the deeds of our fathers of old to shape and transform our lives for the better. Grant us wisdom and a discerning spirit to distinguish Your voice from the devil. And help us O Spirit of the Living God to walk in godly fear even now and forevermore in Jesus' name. AMEN! 

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