Great & Mighty Things
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“This is what the Lord says—He who made the earth, the Lord who formed it to establish it, whose name is the Lord: ‘Call to Me and I will answer you and tell you great and mighty things which you do not know.’” -- Jeremiah 33:2–3 (NASB)
During the latter part of the COVID shutdown, a family in my circle experienced a deep crisis. My heart ached for them and for all who were involved. When they asked for help, I did everything within my power to support and intercede. But ultimately, the Lord reminded me that my most powerful act of love was to pray without ceasing. (Notice—I didn’t say just pray.)
I don’t know when I’ve been more desperate in prayer than during that season. I took long walks, poured out my heart to the Lord, and listened to the Psalms and Isaiah on repeat. His Word washed over my soul, and I was astounded by how perfectly timed His verses were. He spoke through the Scriptures right when I needed to hear His voice most:
“God places the lonely in families;
He sets the prisoners free and gives them joy.”
Psalm 68:6 (NLT)
“It is God’s will that your honorable lives should silence those ignorant people who make foolish accusations against you.”
1 Peter 2:15 (NLT)
“For God is not unjust. He will not forget how hard you have worked for him and how you have shown your love to him by caring for other believers, as you still do.”
Hebrews 6:10 (NLT)
“I cried out, ‘I am slipping!’
but your unfailing love, O Lord, supported me.
When doubts filled my mind,
your comfort gave me renewed hope and cheer.”
Psalm 94:18–19 (NLT)
I’ve read the Bible many times cover to cover and have studied individual passages most days of my adult life. Yet when I open God’s Word and ask Him to make me aware of and show me what I need for this day or that situation, He, without fail, shows me great and mighty things. Things I know I’ve read before, but that feel brand new in that moment.
He never runs out of wisdom to share or new insights to reveal. His Word is living and active, not just a textbook, but a conversation. Like a parent to a child, a teacher to a student, a shepherd to a sheep, a friend to a friend.
Too often, we seek wisdom from places, let’s be honest, where anyone, even a fool, can have a platform. Social media isn’t the source of spiritual insight. Before we turn to a search engine, we need to turn to God’s Word. Don’t get me wrong, the Internet can be a great tool for Biblical exploration and insights. But as Matthew 6 reminds us, “Seek first the Kingdom of God.”
The Maker of Heaven and Earth is waiting for your call.
Questions for Reflection
1. When was the last time I read God’s Word expectantly?
2. What is one “familiar passage” I could re-read with fresh eyes today?
3. Can I remember a time when God gave me just the right verse at just the right moment?
