Paying Attention?

I have been slow to understand the importance of fearing God. That quality is the basis of Paul's first recorded sermon. To these Jews in Antioch he says it twice: "Men of Israel, and you who fear God, listen" and "Brethren, sons of Abraham's family, and those among you who fear God ...". Acts 13:13-41

We would do well to ask our loving Father to teach us who He really is. So often we worship a watered down perspective of God. When He describes Himself to Moses, the words are few. He just says, "I Am". Do we get it?  He is absolute, sovereign, the Ruler of all.

You know ... really important people we pay attention to. It's the guy that has the authority. We would do well to pay very close attention to what God says - especially in His word. He really means what He says. 

The bible is not optional light reading - if we have time. It is a guide to keep us from a very painful trip through this life. ("Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path." Psalm 119:105)  And even better  - He will show us the road of incredible blessing. ("You will make known to me the path of life; in Your presence is fullness of joy; in Your right hand there are pleasures forever. Psalm 16:11)

Oh, what love! The wonderful result of paying attention is that as we get to know Him, we find ourselves loving Him more that we ever thought possible. 

Oh Lord, help us to know You -  the real You, Tear down the painted, fake, unworthy gods in our lives. We want to know You.