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March 14, 1999, Sunday
What does a person's handiwork say about that person and
his abilities? Where is the place of transformation in a
perons's life that improves a person's character traits?
What is the expected result of a positive transformation?
The Psalmist was able to observe how perfect the universe had
been designed. The handiwork of God tells of His perfect way-
"The heavens proclaim His righteousness, and all the nations
see His glory" (Psa 97:6). The government of Christ should be
a matter of joy to all, however not many are ready to accept
the authority of the One who made this entire universe. But
the fact remains that whether it is accepted by many will not
determine the rule of His authority or His Righteousness! It
remains a fact that the person who denies His Righteousness
now, will be without any excuse. Ignorance of His Kingdom or
His authority will not be a valid defense for anyone.
Paul explained to the Romans that the heart and mind is
the "seat of being" for any individual; and the place of
transformation by God and His Righteousness in their life-
"Do not conform yourselves to the standards of this world,
but let God transform you inwardly by a complete change of
your mind. Then you will be able to know the will of God;
what is good and pleasing to Him and is perfect"(Rom 12:2).
A person's change of mind about the authority of the order
of the universe brings a change by His Righteousness.
Paul explained to the Galatians that humility was a trait
that the Holy Spirit produced from a yielded mind to God.
The Holy Spirit produces a freedom from any condemnation-
"But the Holy Spirit produces love, joy, peace, patience,
kindness, goodness, faithfulness, humility, and control of
one's self. There is no law against such things as these"
(Gal 5:22). A person free from condemnation has no fear
of the law, because he will keep it. He will pursue the will
and the Kingdom of God and His Righteousness!
Let us remember who is the Lord that is Our Righteousness.
God's Name is Jehová Tsidkenu. He is the God that clothes
us with His Righteousness. He is the God that puts His truth,
humility, and kindness in our spirit. The Psalmist expressed
his joy and gratitude for a clear conscience: "I will praise
You as long as I live, and in Your Name I will lift up my
hands" (Psa 63:4). Lift your hands to Him and Praise Him
for the fact that He is the God that is Our Righteousness!
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