GOD IS MY HELPER

Lazarus was a very poor man. His condition was extremely miserable. His body was full of sores that attracted dogs to come and lick them. Yet, he accepted his poverty. He did not lie at the rich man's gate to shout or make a scene, but with a calm and submissive attitude, he waited for the crumbs to fall. Lazarus was not only poor physically, but also poor spiritually before God. As his name suggests, "God is my helper," Lazarus lived in dependence on God, relying on God's help.

Sure enough, when he died, he received spiritual honor. He received comfort and restoration. When the world did not help him, the Lord truly helped him. Although he seemed defeated and weak, in eternity, God Himself established justice, showing His love to Lazarus. On the other hand, the rich man who feasted during his lifetime had to endure suffering in the realm of death.

Through Lazarus' story, Jesus did not intend to show that heavenly glory is obtained by being poor in the world. Even wealth becomes valuable if we use it as a means to glorify the Lord and be a blessing to others. Because the Lord does not use worldly standards, but a heart that is always devoted. If we have a life like Lazarus who fully depends on God's help, He will surely come as a helper. However, if we rely on the wealth of the world, we will surely perish. --EBL/www.renunganharian.net