Started reading the book "Knowing God" by J.I. Packer. He makes it clear at the beginning that it is not a book for the theoretical inquirer, but rather a book for travelers in the way of God.
Packer gives 4 measurable realities about those who know God:
1) These people have GREAT ENERGY for God
2) They also have GREAT THOUGHTS about God
3) They have GREAT BOLDNESS for God
4) They have GREAT CONTENTMENT in God
I feel like there is a lot to meditate upon in those statements, evaluating in quietness in the presence of the living God how far along I am in each of these. A little clarity on #2, it isn't just meaning that we assent to the usual doctrine about God, that he is almighty and eternal, but that in our daily thoughts the great thoughts of him overwhelm the fearful and anxious thoughts such that our attitudes and behaviors are shaped.
So, that is what I will be thinking about this morning.
Hi Mark,
ReplyDeleteCoincidentally, or perhaps not, I'm in the middle of Knowing God as well. Has been a great read so far and look forward to reading your thoughts!
-Tim Stanek