My brother was my first super hero. He has always been a blessing to me, but as a
child I looked up to him for protection and hugs. He was tall, handsome and strong. Although he
was 13 years older than me, he always took time for his little sister. He made a snowman for me when we had a rare
Houston snow, brought me a doll for Christmas when he was in the Navy and we
continue to love one another whenever we get the chance. We talk often and well, he’s just “super”!
Super heroes abound in the world of faith as well. From
Billy Sunday to Billy Graham and Smith Wigglesworth to Beth Moore, there are
super heroes for any personality or problem.
I find myself reading quotes from them occasionally and finding great
solace in their words.
I think though that brothers (and sisters) in Christ are the
greatest super heroes. Those folks who stay by your side, speak love and
encouragement into your life and walk beside you when times are hard. They are average citizens by birth but giants
of the faith by re-birth. They hang in
there, they are approachable and they stick with you when others walk away or
speak negatively.
Oh beloved, I pray this morning that you have super hero
friends in faith! But above all I pray that you know that Christ Himself is our
perfect Super Hero! He will always be with you. He can always be trusted. His
ways are perfect for any way you find yourself in – whether it’s the way of
pain, suffering, discouragement, or abandonment. You may be kicked to the curb,
left to the wolves, placed in the trash or told you are unwanted. But the King of Kings says you are made
perfect, have a new start, generously loved, greatly needed, always remembered
and eternally cared for. An ordinary king might consider you beneath himself,
but not Our King! He left the Throne of Heaven to grant you ultimate Victory! Rejoice
this morning that you live loved forever! Rejoice that you are part of His
Kingdom! Rejoice that you are never alone! His plans for you are wonderful and
as you cling closer to Him, His plan will unfold before you! Oh what a Savior,
oh what a friend!
Isaiah 42:13 The LORD will march forth like a mighty Hero;
He will come out like a warrior, full of fury. He will shout His battle cry and
crush all His enemies.
Acts 2:25 King David said this about Him: ‘I see that the
LORD is always with me. I will not be shaken, for He is right beside me.
Romans 10:12 Jew and Gentile are the same in this respect.
They have the same Lord, who gives generously to all who call on Him.
Psalm 109:21 But deal well with me, O Sovereign LORD, for
the sake of Your own reputation! Rescue me because You are so Faithful and
Good.
Psalm 68:4 Sing praises to God and to His name! Sing loud
praises to Him who rides the clouds. His name is the LORD— rejoice in His
presence!
