In a world where superlatives have lost their luster, I find myself pondering the weight of words. A casual conversation can quickly devolve into a sea of “amazing” and “awesome,” stripping these descriptors of their original grandeur. We’ve all been guilty of it – responding with a reflexive “awesome” to even the most mundane queries. But what happens when we reserve such language for the truly remarkable?
I’m reminded of a biblical account where the prophet Isaiah beheld a vision of God’s throne room. The seraphim surrounding the throne cried out in unison, “Holy, holy, holy is the Lord of hosts; the whole earth is full of his glory!” (Isaiah 6:3). This wasn’t a casual utterance; it was a declaration of reverence, a recognition of the divine majesty that inspires awe and trepidation.
In an era where “holy” has become a watered-down adjective, we’d do well to recapture its essence. When applied to God, “holy” signifies something that inspires reverence, evoking a sense of wonder and fear. It’s a reminder that our Creator is not just a benevolent deity but a powerful, mysterious force that commands our respect.
As I reflect on God’s character, I’m struck by the chasm between our flippant language and the weighty reality of His presence. Can we rediscover a sense of awe, a reverence that drives us to worship and adore? I pray that we might join the celestial chorus, proclaiming, “You are worthy, our Lord and God, to receive glory and honor and power…” (Revelation 4:11).
May we relearn to reserve our most extravagant language for the One who truly deserves it – the Author of creation, the Sustainer of life, and the Lord of all.
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