Subversion

I don’t know about you, but ‘subverting’ isn’t a word I employ on a regular basis. Whenever I encounter an unfamiliar word in scripture, I look it up to ensure accurate understanding. ‘Subvert’ does not disappoint.

Invited not Insulted

The conviction of God is not an insult, but a gracious invitation to change. It’s the Almighty allowing His people an opportunity to identify their offense and alter their course. God sends conviction along with the grace we’ll require when we recognize our sin. He knows how it hurts to acknowledge our failure.

Seekers and Bringers

God is looking for those who are looking for Him!  He’s hunting for the men and women who push though crowds, search scriptures, study the heavens and dig through rooftops. Such ardent desire is met with forgiveness, healing and purpose.

Disciplined in Love

The Lord disciplines because He loves. He can see so much farther than we can; He sees where our sin will take us. He knows how rebellion and selfishness will permeate a person and lead us down path of death. He loves us too much to leave us entirely to our own devices. He refuses to take His hand off us, even when His hand is heavy with repercussion. He will not abandon us to our arrogant ignorance. He intervenes. He corrects. He issues consequence as any truly loving parent would.