Exodus 33 -- God Doesn't Need Reminding

God told Moses He wasn't going with the people to lead them into the Promised Land after their sin with the golden calf.  He would get them there, but they wouldn't experience His presence.  He said, "I will not go with you, because I might destroy you on the way ..."  The people were saddened by this news.  But they should have expected it.

Moses met with God.  He reminded God of the covenants He'd made with Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob (not that God needed reminding).  God said, "I will do what you ask, because I know you very well, and I am pleased with you."  How we each should hope that He says that to us as well someday!

Moses met with God face-to-face, but God's glory was hidden during those meetings, and Moses asked to see it.  So God provided a place with protection for Moses so that he could witness a small part of God's glory.

Father, I often find myself feeling more like the Israelites than like Moses.  Yet You continue to love me anyway!  Thank You for Your provision and care for me and my family.  Help me not to sin, and go with me to point out what I need to avoid.

 

Your Brother In Christ,
Gary Ford