Above and Beyond

I was watching the 50th anniversary show of Cross Road ministry, (they bring us 100 Huntley Street). Their theme was "Above and Beyond". I imediately thought of work.  Let me explain, this is the name of my company's employee recognition programme and so, I was familiar with the term. I was already aware of its meaning.  At least I knew of one meaning.  As I watched the hosts speaking, a light bulb went on inside of me.  Above and Beyond didnt just mean what we as a people could do, but God.  He is the One who goes above and beyond before any of us ever did.  I was transfixed to the t.v.  The thoughts flooded my mind and I felt my eyes were finally opened to a verse that I always knew, but never fully understood.   He exceeds our expectations. It is in fact his promise to us. He promised to exceed my every  expectations. "Now to Him who is able to do far more exceedingly abundantly than all we ask or think..." Eph. 3:20.  He goes above and beyond! Always! Every time! I like to think that if I am able to think of it, he can exceed it. If I expect it, He exceeds it. He is the master of going "Above and Beyond".