There is always a God-ward side and then there is the man-ward side. Over and over again in scripture we see that when men did their part, God always did His. This is the “hands-on” type of relationship the Lord has designed for us. Nothing is left to chance or “fate“, but rather, everything depends on faith and obedience!
Exodus 1:21
“And it came to pass, because the midwives feared God, that he made them houses.”
The Egyptian midwives feared God. They were unwilling to go through with the murderous plan of satan to destroy the sons of Israel. Their fear compelled them to do what was right and to even oppose pharaoh! This kind of courage brought wonderful results to those engaged in cooperation with God. God made them houses.
You know, there’s so much that God longs to do in our lives. There’s even some things he wants to make for you! What makes the difference is simply when we do our part. So I encourage you, (I encourage myself!), do your part today. Identify what your side is, and fulfill it! On the other side of faith and obedience a wonderful fulfillment of promise awaits. Something bigger and better than you could possible expect. It’s waiting for you! Just do your part.