"But he being full of the Holy Spirit, gazed into Heaven and saw the glory of God and Jesus, standing at the right hand of God." Acts 7:55. NKJV
Many people from the sporting and gambling world, such as horse or dog racing, stand to cheer their chosen animal on. They hope that they have backed the winner and their excitement is such, that they can't help themselves, they have to stand as they cheer to the finish.
Now hold that thought a moment! Jesus is usually described as, 'sitting at the right hand of the Father.' (Colossians 3:1). Yet, here He is standing and you can almost hear His cheers as Stephen makes his stand prior to his stoning. It is almost like Jesus is shouting, 'Come on Stephen - you're a winner.' Jesus knew Stephen had fulfilled his work and now Jesus was giving him a mighty welcome into Heaven. Jesus had backed a winner and so had Stephen!. It would help you to see this more clearly, if you could meditate on this - see yourself as a witness to this happening. It is brilliant to do this at times. Try it.
For many of us, it is hard to believe that Jesus would do this, but it goes to show that He adores us so much. Many may say, 'Yes, He did this for Stephen, but he was special. He doesn't do it for everyone.' Sorry, but I believe He does and here is why. 'God shows no partiality.' (Acts 10:34, Romans 2:11). God doesn't have favourites; if he did, He wouldn't have allowed His only Son to suffer so much on the cross. Surely, He would have found another way. No, God has no favourites; He stood for Stephen and he'll do it for you too.
Isn't that amazing? You wouldn't get the Queen or any other dignitaries, standing for you, but the King of kings - the one everyone, and I do mean everyone, will have to stand before, will stand for each one of His children. Why is this? Because you're a winner and He is backing you. He's backing you in your work, your marriage and relationships, He's backing you in all you attempt for Him, because He knows that you are wonderful.
What is happening in your life at this time? It may be good or not so good. Whatever is happening, He has a solution to enrich you and a plan to bless you and meet all of your need. (Philippians 4:19). You may need a healing touch from Him, you may need finance to pay a large and unexpected bill or you may need a guiding hand in your relationships. Whatever you need, lay it down before Him; call on Him to answer your need. Claim His promises. He's a winner and so are you!
Copyriight 2020 Grahame Howard
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