One of the key mottos that dominated the life of Calvin, the religious reformer of Geneva, Switzerland, was “Coram Deo.” This phrase means “In front of God.”
Sometimes, as we live on this earth, we face misunderstandings and persecution, often unintentional, and sometimes we are caught up in strange rumors that leave us feeling unjust and resentful. However, those who live with the spirit of Coram Deo will inevitably win the approval of God and people.
I urge you to strive to be true believers before God and people.
Those who engage in scheming and schemes may seem to prosper, but that’s not the case.
Truth has long legs. It endures.
Truth overcomes misunderstanding and distrust. Life does not become miserable just because the truth is obscured and distrust prevails.
Because the God of justice and love lives, He will make those who truly stand with coram Deo the stump of the age and move forward to fulfill His dream.
May He instill faith and trust in each person we meet, and plant seeds of love and truth. And in this darkening age and history, may we live honestly and uprightly, practicing the presence of God.
When God chooses His people, He does not judge by appearance, but specifically by the criteria of H.I.G.H. (Holiness, Integrity, Gratitude, Humility).
That is,
Holiness: Do you have a sensitive and repentant heart toward sin?
Integrity: Do you demonstrate sincerity and honesty even in small matters?
Gratitude: Do you have a grateful heart even in the midst of the reality of the five loaves and two fish?
Humility: Are you a servant, or are you a servant?
Even when life deceives you, you will experience God’s power (Dunamis) even in despair as you see God’s people blossoming with holiness, honesty, gratitude, and humility.
By Rev. Jaewoong Chang
