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Dependance. Throughout the Hebrew Scriptures, we see ancient Israel turning to Baal. These weren't mere wanderings of distraction; the name Baal often refers to the pagan god of thunder and rain. To them, seemed Baal had once responded to their performance quid pro quo, it was pragmatism vs. promise. The Israelites hadn't overtly rejected their God, they were just leveraging everything they had to maintain control rather than grow in faith.
The heart of idolatry is a rhythm of living where people turn to God only after exhausting their own resources, energy, and ideas. "In the kingdom, Jerusalem will have a river that proceeds from the temple of God," Wiersbe concludes. [3] Water flows to us from the Temple because Jesus' blood flowed for us from the cross. It was always supposed to be this way--our deepest needs found flowing from the Throne of God.
Prayer. Father, we know you are good beyond what we can imagine and delight in supplying every need. More than that, we know that you are our greatest need. Thank you for pursuing us with such mighty love and sacrifice. Help us this day to see you as our provider, our portion, and our hope.
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