Reflections on Feb 5-7 readings
Ex 34
The fact that the Lord proclaimed his own name in these terms made me notice this and decide I should be using them in times of praise: ‘The Lord, the Lord, the compassionate and gracious God, slow to anger, abounding in love and faithfulness, maintaining love to thousands and forgiving wickedness, rebellion, and sin.’ These are the attributes of God. If one ever wondered or doubted, this is what God has to say about himself.
I again noticed God’s emphasis on our willingness when bringing him an offering. And on one’s heart being moved to give.
Ex 35
Lord, fill me with the Spirit of God, wisdom, understanding, knowledge, and all kinds of skills to do everything that I put my hand to in church, at work, and with regard to things I plan to do in my spare time.
Matt 22
Love the Lord with all your heart, soul, and mind? Am I there, Lord? Time for Self-examination and action-planning.
Ex 36
I noticed the emphasis on skill, ability, and willingness. God was looking for people with all three.
Ended up falling asleep before getting to the Word last night. So I’ve had to do double duty this morning (Feb 7).
Ex 39-40
I noticed the transitions between the chapters in this reading: Chapter 39 elaborately describes how the priestly garments looked and how the Israelites made them according to God’s command. It’s a long chapter and God doesn’t say a word until they are done fully executing his command. He finally speaks, giving the next instruction, at the beginning of Chapter 40. In verse 33, Moses finished the work. It’s only then that God’s glory filled the tabernacle.
Take-home Message: Carry our God’s commands, finish up what he’s told you to do.
Matthew 24:24
Great signs and miracles do not mean God has anything to do with them! Don’t be deceived. More than ever, studying the Word is important. It’s the only dependable anchor in this world of diverse voices and confusion. If it doesn’t align with the Word, just brush it off and move on, rather than taking another peek and falling prey to deception.
The fact that the Lord proclaimed his own name in these terms made me notice this and decide I should be using them in times of praise: ‘The Lord, the Lord, the compassionate and gracious God, slow to anger, abounding in love and faithfulness, maintaining love to thousands and forgiving wickedness, rebellion, and sin.’ These are the attributes of God. If one ever wondered or doubted, this is what God has to say about himself.
I again noticed God’s emphasis on our willingness when bringing him an offering. And on one’s heart being moved to give.
Ex 35
Lord, fill me with the Spirit of God, wisdom, understanding, knowledge, and all kinds of skills to do everything that I put my hand to in church, at work, and with regard to things I plan to do in my spare time.
Matt 22
Love the Lord with all your heart, soul, and mind? Am I there, Lord? Time for Self-examination and action-planning.
Ex 36
I noticed the emphasis on skill, ability, and willingness. God was looking for people with all three.
Ended up falling asleep before getting to the Word last night. So I’ve had to do double duty this morning (Feb 7).
Ex 39-40
I noticed the transitions between the chapters in this reading: Chapter 39 elaborately describes how the priestly garments looked and how the Israelites made them according to God’s command. It’s a long chapter and God doesn’t say a word until they are done fully executing his command. He finally speaks, giving the next instruction, at the beginning of Chapter 40. In verse 33, Moses finished the work. It’s only then that God’s glory filled the tabernacle.
Take-home Message: Carry our God’s commands, finish up what he’s told you to do.
Matthew 24:24
Great signs and miracles do not mean God has anything to do with them! Don’t be deceived. More than ever, studying the Word is important. It’s the only dependable anchor in this world of diverse voices and confusion. If it doesn’t align with the Word, just brush it off and move on, rather than taking another peek and falling prey to deception.
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