June 8

  
“And without faith it is impossible to please Him, for he who comes to God must believe that He is and that He is a rewarder of those who seek Him.” (Hebrews 11:6)

 
  There is one certain truth that is as reliable as the sunrise each day. And that truth is this, beloved: God is no man’s debtor! God has assured us repeatedly in His Word what is well summarized by just one of His sure promises found in Hebrews 11:6, “And without faith it is impossible to please Him, for he who comes to God must believe that He is and that He is a rewarder of those who seek Him.” Our Lord Master, according to today’s passage, never forgets our work of kindness and love which we demonstrate in His Name not just to His people but also to pre-Christians and the eternally lost. God in no way ever disregards our sacrifices of ministry, for He cannot lapse into amnesia! Indeed, today’s passage defines the Creator’s perfect memory as an expression of His pure justice that He displays as His remembrances toward those who love Him, love His people, and work tirelessly for the Great Kingdom. Therefore, at this midday reprieve, let us rejoice in our labors for our Master, for all that we do, for all that is in our heart, always knowing that He will not, and He cannot, forget. Always remember that God’s flawless memory is a certainty – even more inevitable than the passing of the noonday sun across the zenith of our lives.

 
Before the King at Midday

 
“Perfect Father, allow me a moment of rest in Your flawless grace that now so gently sustains me in Your Presence. Thank you for Your assurance that nothing I do for Your people and for Your Kingdom is ever in vain, however small or however sacrificially large. I anticipate my reward, O precious Jesus – the reward that You are pouring out in my life right now – Your blessed Presence and the constant hope of Your eternal glory. Amen.”