Isaiah 6:3 “And one cried to another and said: “Holy, holy, holy is the LORD of hosts; The whole earth is full of His glory!”
Daniel 6:3 “Then this Daniel distinguished himself above the governors and satraps, because an excellent spirit was in him; and the king gave thought to setting him over the whole realm.”
No word separates God more from man than the word Holy. God is totally separated from sin. He is pure and perfect. Here the words of Holy Holy Holy are proclaimed not just as a description of God but as a praise to God. When Jesus taught how to pray He said to start with acknowledging who our Father is and offering adoration to Him with one statement. He said pray, “Our Father who is heaven holy is your name.” Let us be mindful that in thinking about God we acknowledge He is holy first and foremost. And as you ponder just how holy God is I think you will find it to be very humbling for our God, who is holy, desires a close intimate relationship with us, even though we are sinful. No wonder the song in heaven is Worthy is the Lamb to receive praise and adoration.
Another verse for June 3rd is Daniel 6:3
As the new administration settled in they began looking for who would be in positions of authority. Daniel, now a much older man – maybe 80 – had handled his life with integrity. He is a cut above. His character is blameless. He is known for his excellent spirit. Because of his exceptional qualities he is under immediate consideration as excellence opens doors. (Recall Proverbs 22;29 “Do you see a man who excels in his work? He will stand before kings; He will not stand before unknown men.”)
What are you bringing to the table today with your life? Ruth was known as a virtuous woman; Job was an upright man; Daniel brought an excellent spirit! The apostle Paul brought a changed life! Paul told Timothy to bring an example to the table – to bring a life that was progressing!
What are you being known for?
Continue Strong Pondering the Holiness of God and Pursuing Excellence.
And remember to Date the Word