By Beholding

Abigail Adams was the wife of John Adams, second president of the United States of America. In the course of her life, she moved to France. When she first saw a French play, she was somewhat shocked. But as time went on, she noted, she no longer felt the disgust she had at first. I believe she said she could not tell why. I knew, however. By continually looking, she had become used to it, and blunted her conscience. And so, I don't imagine her character remained unscathed, either. The saying, "By beholding we become changed" is true. Praise GOD it is true on the other end as well! The more we behold Jesus in all His loveliness, the more we become like Him.

May each of us make sure, then, that we take heed to "set no wicked thing before mine eyes:" (Psalm 101:3), but rather the good. "Finally, brethren, whatsoever things [are] true, whatsoever things [are] honest, whatsoever things [are] just, whatsoever things [are] pure, whatsoever things [are] lovely, whatsoever things [are] of good report; if [there be] any virtue, and if [there be] any praise, think on these things." Philippians 4:8. Remember to look on and speak of them, too!

 

Blessings,

Adelaide