Genesis 1-2, Job 1, Mark 1:1-28
What God said to me – What drives you to worship? When times are good do you worship? You should. Peaceful times and times of blessing should bring you to your knees in worship acknowledging who “I AM” and that “I AM” the source of all good things. “I AM” the one who gives you peace when you worship Me in spirit and in truth. If you are not careful in good times you can slack off in your worship and seeking Me because there seems to be no pressing need. So in the good times press down and turn to Me constantly to express gratitude for My blessing and provisions. When times are difficult and bad things happen do you worship? You should. Trials and difficulties can cause you to turn toward Me or away from Me. The trials you encounter should cause you to come running to Me seeking My direction and comfort. You should cry out to Me for answers. You should worship Me because “I AM” in control and will work all things for your good and My glory. Unfortunately sometimes your response is anger or hurt rather than worship and gratitude. You know “I AM” omnipotent and you are upset because you want Me to keep all bad things from happening to you and your loved ones. You ask why I let this happen rather than trusting that I have a plan that “I AM” fulfilling. You must learn to respond in faith and trust by blessing My name and seeking My face. You must learn to worship no matter the circumstances.