"Let us raise a standard to which the wise and honest can repair; the rest is in the hands of God." - George Washington
When you say the word STANDARD you could be referring to any of a number of things: a required or agreed to level or quality of attainment used as a measure, norm, or model in comparative evaluations; principles of conduct informed by notions of honor and decency;
the weight or value of gold, silver, or currency; a song of published popularity; or a military or ceremonial flag carried on a pole.
Generally, the word standard is a descriptor of how we view ourselves or treat each other. We say, "I have high standards," when we will not settle for less than an excellent outcome. Or "You are using a double standard," when inequity or injustice is at play.
The result of sin is injustice. Truth has fallen in the streets and honesty has been outlawed. "Yes truth is gone and anyone who renounces evil is attacked. The LORD was displeased that there was no justice. He was amazed to see that no one intervened to help the oppressed. So He Himself stepped in to save them with His strong arm, and His justice sustained Him... He will repay His enemies for their evil deeds. " (vs. 15-16;18)
Isaiah proclaims, "So shall they fear The name of the LORD from the West, And His
glory from the rising of the sun; When the enemy comes in like a flood, The Spirit of the LORD will lift up a standard against him." (vs. 19) This power is portrayed as a raging tide that the breath of the LORD drives over His enemies.
Sometimes the wickedness around us is nothing short of overwhelming.
I'm glad that our God is the Captain of the Hosts of Angel Armies, that
He is with us, and fights for us!
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