In Search of A Candidate

For the eyes of the Lord run to and fro throughout the whole earth, to shew himself strong in the behalf of them whose heart is perfect toward him. —2 Chronicles 16:9

God is not waiting to show us strong in His own behalf but strong in our behalf. He is not out to demonstrate what we can do but what He can do. God is searching for candidates with hearts perfect toward Him. He is not a celestial talent scout looking for somebody strong enough or good enough. He is looking for someone with a heart set on pleasing Him. When He finds one, He will do the rest.

How amazing that God will use our lives to manifest Himself! But we like to demonstrate ourselves and do great exploits in God’s behalf. That reverses the process and God does not get the glory. We have seen enough of what men can do for God; we need to see more of what God can do through men.

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