January 7
“And he hath put a new song in my mouth, even praise unto our God…” (Psalm 40:3).
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It is marvellous how God’s Word is entering into many hearts by so many simple and unknown ways. God
is gaining ground and the Gospel is received by people of all nations. They are so transformed that none
can make them out. They will one day become kings in heaven. He not only saves us from sin but gives us
authority and power in the heavenly kingdom. Some people when they become Tahsildars become very
proud. They want a coolie or a porter to carry their small suitcase. When you go to heaven you will be
having power and authority. All the heavenly angels will be your servants and they will even carry you.
That is your privilege. What a great salvation! That is why the elders are singing the song of praise, “O,
God. Thou are worthy. We were so low and defiled, yet by Thy grace and blood we are raised so high to
reign for ever”.
This is possible only by the blood of the Lamb and not by Bible knowledge. By the working of the blood in
your life you are thoroughly purged and washed, are given divine wisdom and made kings and priests. The
priests had a function. They had the privilege of going to the most holy place to speak to God, to hear His
voice, to receive His message, and bring God’s word to His people. Others do not have that privilege. There
will be no more limitations. We can speak to God freely. Every barrier is overcome. That is why the elders
are upon their knees, saying, “O God, Thou art worthy“.
Once we understand the greatness of salvation and its purpose there will be heavenly song on our lips.
There are very many among us who have to go through many hardships every day and shed many tears.
But every tear will be transformed and your joy no man will take from you. We have to understand the
real purpose of God in loving us so much and saving us. He shed His blood to save us, forgive us and make
us kings and priests. That fills us with the heavenly song. Sing that heavenly song from the heart. “My Lord
has saved me, even me, to be His king and priest for ever to enjoy all power, authority and dominion”. At
the same time we have the right to go to Him, ask Him many questions, speak to Him without any
hesitation, enjoy unbroken fellowship with Him and receive a message from Him for every nation. Learn
to sing that song, the song of the redeemed. Whether at home or outside, that song will not leave you. It
will become sweeter and sweeter day by day.