Hold On To God – Sis. Stella Dhinakaran

“Yet the righteous will hold to his way, and he who has clean hands will be stronger and stronger.” (Job 17:9)A man becomes new, created according to God in true righteousness and holiness (Ephesians 4:24) when he is sanctified from a life of wrath and from sin and bondage, by the grace of the Lord and receives the redemption given by Jesus Christ. Daniel and his friends were young Israelites when they were taken to Babylon as captives. Yet, they did not worship other gods but were very firm in their faith in the Lord and excelled as heroes of faith and as great witnesses for God. See how they became great and were exalted because of such indomitable faith.    

A student who was studying in a college was the only son to his parents. His father, amidst financial constraints educated him with great difficulty. This young man did not attend the classes but  joined his friends and wasted his time in watching movies and in seeking other pleasures. Consequently, he faced failure after failure in his studies. At this juncture, the Lord transformed him through His divine love. He received a new life and understood the true love of his parents. Thereafter, he worked very hard, studied his lessons with the help of the Lord, passed his examinations, and received his degree too. He stood firm in proclaiming the love of God to people like him who were ignorant of God’s love. He became a shining star before many and the Lord who saw his steadfast faith and zeal, gave him a good job and a loving life partner. He exalted him more and more in all walks of his life.

Yes, my dearly beloved, especially the youth! Do not follow the  ways of this world. The Lord wants to set you free and give you a new life. Bible encourages you, “Who may ascend into the hill of the LORD? Or who may stand in His holy place? He who has clean hands and a pure heart, who has not lifted up his soul to an idol, nor sworn deceitfully” (Psalm 24:3, 4). Walk firmly in the righteous ways that are pleasing to the Lord and receive His abundant blessings. Then you will be strengthened according to the verse, “There is nothing better in this world than the love of God. He who has clean hands will be stronger and stronger” (Job 17:9). He will surely elevate you to great heights.

Prayer:Precious God,

Lead me in righteous ways and help me to walk in them with steadfast faith. Grant me the grace to follow Your divine ways with a clean mind and a pure heart. Help me to arise and shine for the glory of Your name and receive Your abundant blessings. In the sweet name of our Lord Jesus I pray, O Father,

Amen.