But let him who glories glory in this, that he understands and knows Me, That I am the Lord, exercising lovingkindness, judgment, and righteousness in the earth. For in these I delight,” says the Lord. Jeremiah 9:24
“Successful is God’s word spoken over you. He says you are successful even if the world does not see it. God will remind you why you are running for Him.”
I received this prophetic word with joy. I am elated to know that my God regards me as “successful.” I have no position or power or wealth which the world associates with success.
What is God’s measure of success? Jeremiah 9:24 is a good example.
God delights that we “understand and know” Him. Both these words contain the idea of comprehending something by “seeing.” In other words, to understand the Lord is to grow in revelation about Him. “To know” also carries the connotation of experiential knowledge. So, to know God is to encounter Him.
Gazing at God, seeking His presence; cultivating an intimate relationship with Him. These are things that “delight” God. This is success in God’s eyes.
Which of His character traits does God want us to see more fully? God lists several in verse 24, but I’ll highlight only the first one: “I am the LORD.”
LORD is the covenant name of God. It means He is self-existent or eternal. He is the Creator and Sustainer of the universe. He is the ever present One. He is the God who initiates and keeps every covenant promise.
If I had a hundred lifetimes, I could never fully understand and know my God as “LORD.” Of course, He knows that our understanding is limited. He is pleased that we try. He longs for us to turn our attention and affections toward Him. When we do, He rewards us with His presence and declares that we are “successful.”