The tsunami and earthquake that hit Japan recently was and continues to be a horrific tragedy. There are times when we are reminded that life is fleeting. I know that the world mourns, prays and offers their help. There are times when life slams us with a heavy hand. Cities made by hands do not and can not endure. Hebrews 13:14-16 “For here we do not have an enduring city, but we are looking for the city that is to come. Through Jesus, therefore, let us continually offer to God a sacrifice of praise — the fruit of lips that confess his name. And do not forget to do good and to share with others, for with such sacrifices God is pleased. NIV”
God tells us to remember that what is made by hands can be destroyed. But even in pain, God gives peace to our hearts and minds. Our lips praise God, not for the catastrophe, but for the enduring Kingdom of God paid for by the blood of Jesus. Our praise to Him is a sacrifice because it is offered by and in faith, even when the world has crumbled around us. Our praise is offered to Him who carries us and brings us through. Our worship doesn’t stop at our lips. We can also worship Him by how we give out of the blessing He pours out on us. God tells us to do good and share. Praise that is accompanied by good works is an opportunity to share the blessing of God. My lips praise Him and my hands reach out to my neighbor next door and across the ocean.
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