A Greasy Beard and A Mt Dew: God's Commanded Blessing Over Your Life


There was this one time when God's word used two unexpected things to illustrate unity in the body of Christ. It's found in Psalm 133.

"How good and pleasant it is when God’s people live together in unity! It is like precious oil poured on the head, running down on the beard, running down on Aaron’s beard, down on the collar of his robe. It is as if the dew of Hermon were falling on Mount Zion. For there the LORD bestows his blessing, even life forevermore." Psalm 133:1-3

There you have it. Oil running down Aaron's beard and the dew on a mountain. What's that all about?

Well, God wants his people to work together. He knows we won't always see things eye to eye, and at times we will rub each other wrong, but we can still seek to live and work in unity. What's awesome about the Psalm is the bestowed blessing. That means God has set up a blessing in advance. It's a conditional promise. When we walk in unity we receive what's promised.

So what is promised?

A greasy beard and Mountain Dew!

Aaron's oily beard speaks of his anointing. He is set apart uniquely for the call of God upon his life. The oil communicates that he is chosen by God, and the hand of God is upon him.

The dew on Mount Hermon speaks of fruitfulness. Even in dry seasons Mount Hermon has green vegetation because the morning dew waters the ground.

When the children of God are united there is an anointing upon them that brings fruitfulness. This blessing has already bestowed, so when we unite it's like stepping under a shower head. 

The Bible says it's "good and pleasant," when we live together in unity. That's going to require bearing with one another, forgiveness, kindness, and more. Let's not miss out on the blessing though. God has some oil and Mt. Dew for you.

Following the Son,
James A Williams


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