Be Alaramed!

For those who do not have to set an alarm clock – good for you!  For the rest of us, bless us!  Resetting the time and alarms on digital clocks can be quite a challenge depending on how many you own. In the last week, we have reset multiple clocks multiple times due to loss of power and the time change.  Right now, I’m of the opinion alarm clocks have become too high maintenance.

 

God never intended for us to be alarmed but, of course, when sin became part of His creation He knew we would need “resetting” from time-to-time.  The world is full of scary things that constantly send us into spells of fear and anxiety!  Old Testament King Jehoshaphat became fearful when he was told a multitude was about to attack.  What did he do?  “Jehoshaphat was afraid and turned his attention to seek the Lord … “  One translation says, “Jehoshaphat, in his alarm, resolved to seek guidance of the Lord.” That pesky alarm clock can do a number on a person’s heart and so can the problems of this world.  What a time to be “alarmed,” but it’s good to know the battles of life are not ours but God’s: “ … Do not fear or be dismayed because of this great multitude, for the battle is not yours but God’s.” (2 Chronicles 20:15)  The next time you are tempted to wring your hands, sweat bullets, hyperventilate, or faint in fear, hear the alarm … to seek the Lord’s help. The battle is His and He accommodates only and always in victory.