… even as they quarreled, a skin disease appeared on his forehead. — 2 Chronicles 26:19 The Message
King Uzziah obeyed God. He became powerful. His country became powerful. Then pride carried him away, and he entered the temple to burn incense — something strictly forbidden to anyone except God’s priests.
The priests confronted him. He became enraged. God judged, and Uzziah spent the rest of his life leprous.
This passage caught my attention because it reminded me that God always has a million options at His disposal. I recently was in a discussion with someone about the free will of man and all the trouble it gets us into.
That may be. But make no mistake: The free will of man doesn’t get God into any trouble. He never runs into a situation He doesn’t know how to handle. God remains compassionate, wise, just, and good. No one can twist God’s arm. No one can corrupt Him.
This is important because we are God’s children. We are connected to God. Our destiny is wrapped up in His plans, not in the evil plans of some corrupted human being. If you get backed into a corner, turn around and you will find the open arms of God.
Be encouraged!
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