“The Lord laughs at the wicked for he knows their day is coming.” Ps. 37:13
Heavenly Father, forgive my vindictive thoughts. I find myself relishing different ways there could be a “leadership change” in Russia. But vengeance belongs to you, not us. You’re not indifferent or unable to take care of such matters, for you “control the course of world events; you depose kings and set up others” (Dan 2:21).
In a most sobering and profound way, you will get the “last laugh”—a laughter that fills the courts of heaven now, and echoes through the history of redemption. On the calendar of your holiness and grace, you have set the perfect date for the eradication of all wickedness and evil. You’re not slow in keeping your promise to bring judgment. You are merciful in keeping your commitment to redeem a family as numerous as stars, sand, and dust (2 Pet. 3:9). Thank you.
In the coming hours, days, and months, free us to be way more preoccupied with vulnerable children and hungry stomachs in Ukraine, than rising gas prices and falling stock values in America. You don’t owe us an explanation of everything you’re up to in this international crisis. Father, just keep giving us tons of grace to respond with unceasing prayer, generous giving, and Gospel-courage (2 Cor. 8:1-9).
Take our “little” prayers and mobilize legions of angels. Take our 5 pieces of bread and 2 fish and feed multitudes. Replace our fear with faith, our anger with love, and the odor of our self-interest with the aroma of your Kingdom. May Gospel-generosity go viral. So Very Amen.