God’s Wonderful Works
•2 MinutesOn this day in 1851, Herman Melville published Moby Dick, a novel that has stood the test of time. In one recent survey, it was voted the sixth most influential novel ever written.
This novel focuses on a ship captain, Ahab, and his efforts to seek revenge against a whale that once tore off his leg at the knee. He drove the ship and its men to kill the whale, but, in the end, the whale destroyed the ship and everyone aboard except the narrator, Ishmael.
Melville’s colorful story was inspired by his own experiences at sea. He used whaling as a metaphor to share insights about life. He recognized that many people were obsessed, just like Ahab: “What trances of torments does that man endure who is consumed with one unachieved revengeful desire.” To him, the ocean symbolized the difficulties of life itself, and sharks symbolized “your foes.”
The Bible, too, speaks about the sea, the great leviathan, and its countless creatures. For the Christian, all of these things point back to God. We do not need to worry about sharks around us in the world or become obsessed with vengeance or personal vendettas.
God wants us to spend our lives in surrender to Him. All of His creation reminds us, “How many are Your works! In wisdom You have made them all; the earth is full of Your possessions.”
Today, you do not need to worry, be obsessed with your foes, or seek vengeance. Instead, trust your life to the Lord. He will take care of your every need.
Trending Now
Sign up today for your Inspiration Today Daily Newsletter
Supercharge your faith and ignite your spirit. Find hope in God’s word. Receive your Inspiration Today newsletter now!
Related Articles
Ready to Face God
“Ready to Face God” brings an eternal reality into focus—each life leads to judgment, yet through…
The God No One Can Rival
When you remember the God no one can rival, it reshapes everything—calling you to lay down pride…
Living in God’s Overflowing Goodness
Living in God’s overflowing goodness. When you live in the abundance of God, you experience His…
God’s Timing, Your Trust
There are seasons when answers don’t come, and “God’s Timing, Your Trust” speaks to that…
Next Steps To Strengthen Your Walk
Inspiration Today Newsletter
Supercharge your faith and ignite your spirit. Find hope in God’s word. Receive your Inspiration Today newsletter now!
Christian Articles
Find articles to strengthen your walk and grow your faith. We have a wide range of topics and authors for you.
Submit A Prayer Request
We are here for you. Simply click on the button below to reach us by form, email or phone. Together we will lift our hearts and voices with you in prayer.