A Norvell Note for May 10, 2021
Vol. 23 No. 18
The Lord’s Favor
Using the simple definition of blessing as the Lord’s favor, we can acknowledge it we receive God’s blessing every day.
The air we breathe is a sign of God’s favor. If you do not believe it, ask someone who has difficulty breathing.
The water we drink is a sign of God’s favor. If you do not believe it, ask someone who does not have access to clean, healthy water.
Friends and family are signs of God’s favor. If you do not believe that, ask a lonely person.
Our spiritual community’s relationships are signs for God’s favor. If you do not believe that, ask a person who feels distant, disconnected, and isolated.
I list these everyday blessings to remind us that God shows His favor to all people all the time and in all kinds of ways, but unless we are paying attention, we will miss them and take them for granted. Sometimes it takes a sudden and unexpected blessing to awaken our awareness of His constant loving presence in our lives.
For instance, we needed to replace my wife’s car but were trying to extend the vehicle’s life as far as possible. Then, while servicing the car, they discovered another costly problem. Realizing we needed to make a change, my wife talked to a salesman if there was anything on the lot that might meet our needs. Without going into all the details, and to our utter amazement, the sales and financial departments (yes, car salespeople) made us a deal that was more than we could have ever asked or imagined, and we are now the blessed owners of an almost brand-new car.
We have been the recipients of the Lord’s favor.
Once we receive a blessing and realize that God wants to show us His favor, we may begin to see gifts everywhere we look. Look for signs of His favor this week. Make a list of blessings. Tell someone how God has blessed you. And be sure to thank Him for the kindness He shows you.
May the favor of the Lord our God rest on us; establish the work of our hands for us— yes, establish the work of our hands. (Psalm 90:17)
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