Psalms 105:10 He sends the springs into the valleys, which run among the hills. 11 They give drink to every beast of the field: the wild asses quench their thirst. 12 By them shall the fowls of the heaven have their habitation, which sing among the branches. 13 He waters the hills from his chambers: the earth is satisfied with the fruit of thy works.
[Christ’s Object Lessons pp 82] In everything that tends to the sustenance of man is seen the concurrence of divine and human effort. There can be no reaping unless the human hand acts its part in the sowing of the seed. But without the agencies which God provides in giving sunshine and showers, dew and clouds, there would be no increase.
Thus, it is in every business pursuit, in every department of study and science. Thus, it is in spiritual things, in the formation of the character, and in every line of Christian work. We have a part to act, but we must have the power of divinity to unite with us, or our efforts will be in vain. Whenever man accomplishes anything, whether in spiritual or in temporal lines, he should bear in mind that he does this through co-operation with his Maker.”
In order for us to have a balanced view of God, we must therefore study the writings of Moses and the other Old Testament prophets, as well as the New Testament writers, or else we will only see Jesus as being cute, but without the authority and character to administer judgements when they come due.
Psalms 119:164 Seven times a day do I praise thee because of thy righteous judgments. 165 Great peace have they which love thy law: and nothing shall offend them. 166 Lord, I have hoped for thy salvation, and done thy commandments.
May God add His blessing to the study of His word. “Good night” and God bless!