“Come, see the glorious works of the Lord: See how he brings destruction upon the world. He causes wars to end throughout the earth. He breaks the bow and snaps the spear; he burns the shields with fire. ‘Be still, and know that I am God! I will be honored by every nation. I will be honored throughout the world.’ The Lord of Heaven’s Armies is here among us; the God of Israel is our fortress.”
This psalm ends with an invitation: “Come, see the glorious works of the Lord…” And what are these glorious works? Destruction upon the world. Wait, what? I have made the case in previous posts that God restores and heals and Satan destroys. Suddenly the Bible is making the statement that the glorious works of God are destructive. How can this be?
Let’s look at what God is in the business of destroying. “He causes war to end.” Seems like he is ripping apart the weaponry. We often quote, “Be still, and know that I am God” as a warm and fuzzy sentiment. Yet here in context we see that God is coming in force and power, telling the world powers to be still and understand who is really in charge. “You think your military might is so great? Wars and warmongers — be still. Come to an end. Bow to me here and now.”
Here’s your freedom for today: God destroys destruction. If you are tired of the suffering and tragedy and horrible news flashing on screens around you, then you are joining with God’s view. He is planning a dramatic end to wars and world powers. Anyone who thinks they can rely on themselves will watch their weapons melt before their eyes. If you have been impacted by disorder, disease or chaos, God has promised to bring justice to your cause. It is our only hope.
I get so discouraged and disgusted listening to watching the news of the day which is always negative about one thing or person ornanother. The eternal thought about God putting end to what we experience in this world cannot not happen soon enough.
Dear Lord please save me from all destruction including my own self destruction…👏