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As I was doing some reading this morning, this verse jumped out at me. It follows in context after some verses in which the people are questioning why they should serve God since it seems to be the wicked who are prospering. I think as the time continues to get closer for the return of Jesus, we are going to see the wicked prospering more and more as the powers of darkness are allowed to increase their influence among men. This time is going to be a time of great testing for the body of believers. This verse tells us that God is taking note as to how His people respond in such times. He has a special book in which He records the names of those who choose to encourage each other in the truth of His word and cling to His promises no matter what--those that fear Him and think on His name. To fear Him is to love Him, to have faith in Him, to be full of praise for Him, to be willing to sacrifice in obedience to Him, to humble ourselves before Him as Lord, and to be content with His provision. To think on His name is to think about all that it represents about His character and His attributes. As I examined myself in light of these thoughts this morning, I recognize points of weakness; but I can say boldly that I fear God and and seek to encourage others in His name. Because I fear Him I can claim His promises.
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