Graduations are times of immense joy for both the graduate and their families, friends, and loved ones. When the graduate receives his or her diploma, the long days of study, hard work and sacrifice seem worth it for this one moment.
Our family is gathering to celebrate a graduation. It is particularly meaningful, because of the events of the past two weeks. The enemy tried his best to take the life of this young person. However, those attempts were no match for the powerful intercessory prayers of his parents, family and friends, and the grace of God. When it was all over, we praised God for His grace, and for allowing us to complete this test.
I looked up the definition of graduate, and it means someone who holds a degree. Graduation signifies the completion of all the requirements necessary to become a degree holder. We are all enrolled in God’s University. This heavenly tabernacle of instruction is life changing and eternal for both disciple, and teacher. There are many courses to take, and completion of each is necessary to successfully pass, and withstand the fiery tests of our adversary. Spiritual courses such as prayer, fasting, solitude, silence, meditation, study are all critical requirements. Our book encourages us to “study thyself to show thyself approved, a workman who needed not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth.” Belief in The Son of God is prerequisite for entry into the university. One of our professor emeritus, Peter outlined in one of his syllabi [2 Peter 3:18], that we are to grow grace and in the knowledge of Jesus, our Master Teacher. Jesus told us to remain connected Him-the True vine [John 15:4] for knowledge of Him changes and sustain us through each tests, as we strive to finish the course. Although, some tests, and trials may be difficult and long, in the end He promises that we will graduate, and become a degree holder.
For those who prayed for the life of this young person, we are pausing to celebration, and recognize this test was successfully completed, and the grade turned in. Maybe, you are pausing to celebrate a crucial victory in a young person’s life that has, or is about to graduate. Remember, you’re still in school, and another course is just around the corner. No need to worry though, we already have the best Teacher and the best Book.
Loving God with Excellence 