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How are you? There once was a school of thought which purported that persons of aristocratic families all carried similar genetic codes, resulting in similar dispositions and features. This resulted in the myth of “blue blood “, the practice of intermarriage and possibly even Hitler’s arguments for the superiority of the Aryan race. Today’s Holy Nougat gives us a first impression of Israel’s first king.
His son Saul was the most handsome man in Israel—head and shoulders taller than anyone else in the land. 1 Samuel 9:2 NLT
It would seem that one’s bearing and looks may carry some sway in noble bearing after all. Except that Saul’s looks didn’t necessarily symbolize wisdom, charisma or even willingness to serve in such a capacity. Hence we learn that he hid behind said donkeys to avoid coronation, and like many of us in leadership, did not always make wise decisions.
Interestingly, when the throne moved to the house of Judah; the Lord is explicitly clear that the essence of the matter rests in matters pertaining to the heart. Yet, David was considered handsome , even beside his heartthrob elder brothers.
Our third king – and by far, the most important – did not seem to be the most physically appealing. Said Isaiah of him, he was neither tall nor appealing, nor was he ruggedly handsome that one would be drawn to him because of his finer attributes. Yet folks found him. Frequently.
As ones made in God’s likeness then; could it be possible that our nougat today serves as a reminder that ultimately, it is our attitude to God which truly matters to God (and even to others), and that looks and such attributes have limited shelf life if unaccompanied by the regal garb of a child of God?
If yes, then let’s test that theory on spiritual royalty and dress accordingly today. For there’s little than can compete with a genuine smile, a caring touch and a loving word. When topped up by prayer … Awesome!
Don’t forget to report your findings and keep testing the theory until eternity is here
Blessings and Peace
In Christ’s love and grace . . .
