Day 28 - Unapproachable
- Pastor b.Side
- Jan 28
- 2 min read
Who alone has immortality, dwelling in unapproachable light, whom no man has seen or can see, to whom [be] honor and everlasting power. Amen. - 1 Timothy 6:16
Consider this simple truth: Traveling to the moon in ordinary clothing is impossible. You can’t go to space in street clothes. Our current human condition prevents us from traveling to such places without specialized equipment. If this holds for something as basic as the places we can see, how much truer is it regarding the kingdom of God, which is unseen?
How about this truth: Looking directly at the sun without protection is dangerous. Some flashlights can be harmful to your eyes. Looking at the light on your phone can be uncomfortable if it’s too close. Yet God’s glory is infinitely brighter than all those things, including the sun. Can you see the problem here?
“Who alone has immortality, dwelling in unapproachable light…”
God has provided ample evidence of our human weakness to show that we have significant issues connecting with Him and approaching Him in our natural state. God is the only one who possesses immortality. How can something mortal dwell in an eternal realm under such conditions? God is light, and there is no darkness in Him. The brilliance of His glory is one of many aspects that reflect His holiness. He transcends everything in heaven and on earth. NO ONE can freely approach the Great I AM as if we are able or entitled!
This is the problem that the depravity of our souls causes. God is the source of life, but our natural condition keeps us from approaching Him and the benefits that come exclusively from Him, including life. If not for Jesus’ sacrifice as God in the flesh, the glory of God would remain unapproachable, keeping us separated from God and the quality of life that He provides. Only God, who is glorious, can allow people to dwell in His glory. If we can’t approach God’s essence as light in our natural condition, we don’t measure up to Him.
“To whom [be] honor and everlasting power…”
Thankfully, God has offered a way. Jesus proved His immortality, and because He is God, He possesses the authority to share the benefits of His unique attributes. We can approach the unapproachable God because of Jesus’ work on our behalf AS GOD! When we believe in the testimony of His Word concerning His identity, what He has done, and what He will do, we gain access to His glory, immortality, honor, and power. Without faith in the truth of Jesus, God remains unapproachable, leaving only eternal darkness in the lake of fire as an alternative.
Prayer for today
Our heavenly Father, we recognize that You are unapproachable. We do not deserve Your blessings and the quality of life You possess. Thank You for paving the way for us to live where it would otherwise be impossible. Help us remember that we are not entitled to the gifts You’ve given. May this truth keep us encouraged, joyful, humble, and patient as we interact with others who may or may not know these truths. In Jesus’ name, we pray. Amen.
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