2nd Chronicles 15:12. “And they entered into a covenant to seek the Lord God of their fathers with all their heart and with all their soul;” MOTIVATION. An awareness of God’s presence and pleasure – An assurance of God leading us in the past – A confidence in God’s guidance in the future – This is motivation to go forward in faith!
A person who we know has a close relationship with God – Gives warnings of causes for failure and defeat – And gives encouragement for that has been accomplished – This is motivation to keep close to God!
Recognition of accomplishments that have been made – Rewards for gains that have been consolidated and remain – Real praise, for what the saints have done for God’s glory – This is motivation to stay the course!
Others who come to participate whether many or few – People who say they believe what is being done is right – Those who say they can sense God is in this place – This is motivation to continue on!
The faithful who keep coming back week after week – The facial expressions of joy, peace and contentment – The words of appreciation and gratitude for what is said – This is motivation to do things in God’s way!
The rejoicing of those who rise from the table with thanks to God – The praise of voices that have praised God for years and still continue – The prayers of thanksgiving, intercession and supplication that are made – This is motivation to give God and His Word first place!
“There is no doubt, Father God, that the few saints they gather here have been drawn by Thee. Their faithful continuance, their gratitude and appreciation of Thy Word, their voices raised together in praise make this small company a place of holy convocation to me. I trust it is acceptable to Thee. In the name of the Lord Jesus Christ, Amen.”