Now we see but a poor reflection; then we shall see face to face.  Now I know in part; then I shall know fully, even as I am fully known. 

~1 Corinthians 13:12 NIV

As spring approached and the days warmed, the deep snow in the dog’s yard disappeared flake by flake. With its demise, the hidden became increasingly apparent. Bright colors shone through, and shapes materialized. Dog toys galore, buried beneath the mantle of white, emerged one by one. The dogs were thrilled to find this trove of delights. The toys, of course, had been there all along; they just could not see them.

Likewise, many things about God remain hidden even to the most dedicated Christians. Even Moses, who at God’s command led the Hebrews out of Egyptian slavery, could only view the glory of God from behind as God passed by. After all, no one could see God’s face and live.

The apostle John was granted visions and revelations about things yet to come, about God’s Kingdom, and about God’s enemies. He described these visions as he penned the book of Revelation, a book which scholars still study and seek to understand the depths and meaning of its wisdom.

Mary learned that she would bear the Son of God, yet it was an angel who made the announcement. She heard from God, but could only see Him in His fulfilled promise.

Each of these great heroes of faith knew God in part, but not in whole. They too had to continue to walk by faith, day by day, trusting that what they did know about the Almighty would not fail them, that His promises were true and faithful in every way, just as He is.

Amidst our own questions, concerns, and doubts, we must walk by faith. Although much about God still remains hidden, one day, God will make all things clear. God will lift the veil from our eyes, just as the snow melts away and exposes what lies beneath. When that day arrives, God will answer all our questions. Our doubts and concerns will vanish when we see God’s glory. Just as He fully knows us, we will fully know Him.

What joy shall fill our souls as the hidden bursts forth upon our sight. God, who is the same yesterday, today, and forever, shall be our portion in all His splendor and glory forever and ever.

Let the hidden things of God draw you closer to Him.

Father God, thank You that one day, Your glory which has always been, but in its fullness has been hidden from our mortal sight, shall become clear and known to us. In Christ’s name, amen.

 

Genre: Non-fiction

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