THE DAYS OF NOAH

 

By faith Noah, being divinely warned of things not yet seen, moved with godly fear, prepared an ark for the saving of his household, by which he condemned the world and became heir of the righteousness which is according to faith.  (Hebrews 11:7 NKJV)

We do well to take notice of the description given of the "days of Noah, for our Lord said, that as it was in those days, so shall it be in the days that close the present age (Matthew 24:37-39). The world of that time had made great progress in the arts and civilization of life. But, as it has happened repeatedly all through human history, great luxury produced infamous immorality, cruelty, and widespread indifference to the claims of God. Things took place in those olden days which have their counterpart in the great cities of our time. In its feverish atmosphere, sin of every kind abounded, and in mercy to the race, there was no alternative but to bring that wicked generation to an end. "They ate, they drank; they married, and were given in marriage, and knew not, till the flood came and carried them all away."

In this civilization, Noah lived an unblemished and righteous life. He walked in daily conversation with God (Genesis 6:8-9). His almighty Friend was able to reveal to him His intentions. "The secret of the Lord is with them that fear Him, and He will show them His covenant."

Keep near to God, that you may hear the accents of His still small voice. Our happiest experience is when we walk with Him in unbroken fellowship, and He takes us into covenant with Himself. Through any one individual, whose heart is perfect toward Him, God will save others. We too shall cross the flood of death and enter the new life of resurrection, but we must be quick to detect His voice, and our hands skillfully ready to fulfill the revelations of our divine Teacher and Friend.

PRAYER

Lead me, heavenly Father, in a straight way toward Yourself, and keep me in Your grace unto the end. I pray it in Jesus’ name, AMEN.

God's Daily Promise

Promise #116:
Seek My kingdom first and everything you need will be given to you.

Luke 12:31 (WEB)
But seek God’s Kingdom,
and all these things will be added to you.