To Those Who Don't Get It


“The Lord is my portion, says my soul, therefore will I hope in Him.  The Lord is good to those who wait for Him, to the soul that seeks Him.”  Lamentations 3:24-25
            I read a Facebook post this week, “I don’t get it.”  The writer does not get why people are gathering to see the motorcade carrying the body of the most Reverend Billy Graham.  Oh, I get it, but one has to experience it to “get it.”
Lives were changed because hearts turned to God at the “Billy Graham Crusades.”  One post on Facebook praised Billy Graham for what happened after his father was saved at a service in Charlotte.  His father accepted Christ into his heart and became a faithful servant.  He became a pastor with a heart for missions.  He represented and encouraged many missionaries all over the world.  His two sons became pastors.  Now years later, he has grandchildren active in serving in their churches.  There are many stories.  Some are the alcoholics who turned away from the addiction because they accepted Christ.  Others gave their life to spreading the gospel throughout the world.  Most simply became better neighbors by living out their Christian faith in all they did. 
You have to experience the Christian faith to “get it.”  I’m not talking going through the motions and attending church.  I’m talking about letting God into your heart and soul.  I’m talking about wanting more of Jesus and praying for His love to show in all you do.  Yes, I’m talking about a relationship with Christ!  A relationship based on faith and love.  This is a faith where you find peace in a storm, because you have your eyes on Jesus. 
Dear friend who doesn’t get it, when you let the Lord be your portion and place your hope in God, you will get it.  Seek Him; God is waiting for you to come.

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