Glory to God in the Highest and His peace to you.
Yes, Christmas is upon us and heaven's declaration endures forever. In Psalm 148 it declares, "His glory is above earth and heaven, and He has lifted up a horn for His people." We may understand a little about God's glory, His greatness and showing His awesome heart, but what is a "lifted up horn?" I had to look it up.
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The horn is a term for power or strength as well as a symbol of them. One definition stated that the “horn” is a metaphor for strength, might, fortitude, for horn is rigid, it can harm and repel enemies, like a deer can repel wolves by horns. Like in Psalm 89:17: “For you are their glory and strength, and by your favor you exalt our horn”, that is to say, “You exalt our power over our enemies. Horns, like the four horns of the altar can also indicate dominion and authority. So Jesus is our horn of salvation, only by his authority are you forgiven, made whole, and freed from the attacks of the enemy.
We are blessed beyond measure. How can anyone shop for Christmas presents for the person who has everything? Most of us can't think of one thing that we really need, and likewise, some of the people we shop for have everything they need also. However, shifting beyond us, what can you and I give to the One who made us, gave us everything, owns everything, and abundantly meets every need. The answer lies in Romans 8 and 2 Corinthians 5:9, setting our minds on the Spirit and seeking to please Him in all we do. God desires obedient children who live according to the truth. Remember the verse in 3 John, "I have no greater joy than to hear my children walk in truth."
We love because we are loved, we forgive because we are forgiven, we are filled so that our cups run over to others. Therefore, as the Word goes forth this season and our hearts realize how great it is to have the Lord raise our horn and give us His peace and joy, our only honest response is to look for ways to please Him. That is the way to give glory to God.
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