Our scripture this morning is Exodus 33:12-14.
Moses said to the Lord, “You have been telling me, ‘Lead these people,’ but you have not let me know whom you will send with me. You have said, ‘I know you by name and you have found favor with me.’ If you are pleased with me, teach me your ways so I may know you and continue to find favor with you. Remember that this nation is your people.” The Lord replied, “My Presence will go with you, and I will give you rest.”
Ever since we chose our own way and fell into sin God has been working to be part of our lives again. God chose faithful people to carry out His plan, emphasizing our relationship with Him. Connection to Him and one another is our very reason for existing.
While all His children are important to Him, Moses held a special position of trust with the Lord. The verse prior to this passage tells us “The Lord would speak to Moses face to face, as one speaks to a friend” (Exodus 33:11). This is why God promises “My Presence will go with you, and I will give you rest.”
We can all rest in His presence. God has sent His spirit to be with us as a constant companion and guide. Jesus told us “And I will ask the Father, and he will give you another advocate to help you and be with you forever” (John 14:16). God wants to be a part of our lives in everything we do.
Loving Lord, we are amazed that You want us back. Forgive our selfish ways and help us to see that our connection to You is the most important thing of all. Amen.