Posts with the tag “surrender”

God's presence was terrifying to the people of Israel as they anticipated His encounter with Moses that would give them the Law. Even after they were consecrated and prepared, they were afraid to death. Boundaries were set up (Exodus 19:12) so they would not get too close. Even after the Law was given, they begged Moses to be their mediator (Exodus 20:18-19) for fear of dying. God's awesome displa...  Read More

God's direction is on purpose. When God did not direct Israel to take the most direct route to save them from war and defeat, they did not understand that His plan was for their good and protection (Exodus 13:17-18). You and I know this because it's history...they did not. We may not, however, understand God's present direction, but history (and experience) tells us we can trust God's Word. Beside...  Read More

A question you and I must answer: "Who do you say I am?" (Jesus)Jesus asked His disciples to speak out the popular opinions and preferences of His day: "What are people saying about me? Who do they say the Son of Man is?" (Matthew 16:13) Apparently they believed in reincarnation, for some believed He was John the Baptist. Others believed He was the forerunner of the Messiah, Elijah (that was the b...  Read More

Since we reviewed a God-title yesterday, let's follow suit today. In Genesis 21 we are reminded of Abraham's fickleness (not his faithfulness)...  Read More