Dear Ones:
One of the resounding themes of heaven is the proclamation of the worth of God, and of the Lamb. Why? It is first of all a question of WHO God is, in His nature, and disposition of heart. The word “holy” takes us to a level of considering God which supersedes all of our concepts of God, for it takes us to His absolute uniqueness, and separateness from all that is created. What and Who IS He? Scripture tells us that He dwells in unapproachable light, and that there is no flaw or fault in Him. He is perfect in all of His being. John tells us that He IS love…pure selflessness, and yet, positively pure goodness. In His dealings with us, we see Him as “…full of grace and truth,” whose mercy is everlasting. So then, how does the subject of His worth take such a primary place in creation’s worship of Him? It is because, by His creation, He has demonstrated in large measure the inexpressible beauty, and wonder of His person…His wisdom and power. It is for this reason that the host of heaven declares: “You are worthy, O Lord, to receive glory, and honor, and power: for You have created all things…”(Rev. 4:11) But then, the revelation of the “worth” of God goes further. It will be through the slain Lamb of God, through the sacrifice of the Lord Jesus Christ, and the redemption of people from every tongue, tribe, and nation, that the love, mercy, and eternal goodness of God will have its full revelation. In other words, it would take the creation of a world, a universe, and the giving of the Son of God to die and rise from the dead, for the unveiling of the worthiness of God. And this He has done, and it is for this that creation and the redeemed attribute to Him this worth…for He IS and forever shall be worthy. How does this knowledge apply to us? What repercussions should it have in our lives?
First of all, it should teach us of the priority of worship. The Lord Jesus said, “You shall worship the Lord your God, and Him ONLY shall you serve.” (Matt. 4:10) The first order of business in the Christian’s life is both to learn to worship God, and how to worship Him. This is certainly because of His worthiness, but also, because we need to ever have a clear vision of WHO the object of our worship truly is. It is essential that we KNOW whom we worship.
Secondly, worship always has its out-working in service. “…Him only shall you serve.” It is a remarkable testimony to Moses, as a servant, that the Lord, when re-commissioning Joshua who was to replace him, said: “…Moses, MY SERVANT is dead, now therefore…” (Josh.1:2) Moses was a great man, of great accomplishments. Beyond all that he did and said, he was to God His servant…one that would commune with Him, and serve Him. Moses’ purpose in glorifying God would be realized because he was the servant of God. And what was the key to his service? “Behold My servant…I have put My Spirit upon him.” (Is. 42:1) The same principle that applied to the Lord Jesus applies to His servants.
Dear Father, open our eyes to see Your worth, both in “seeing” You in your creation, and also, in Your Son. Grant to us to BE your servants, filled with Your Spirit. Then Your purposes will be realized, and men shall see Your worthiness, and serve You. In Jesus’ name. Amen.
Love, Dad