[Lord, You have been our dwelling place in all
generations…from everlasting to everlasting Psalm 90:1-2
During this season of
reflection and renewal, join me, and let's explore God’s Presence, our dwelling
place. Are you dwelling in the presence of God? ~ Donna Howell Oswalt]
“Now the
Amalekites and the Canaanites dwell in the valley; tomorrow turn and move out
into the wilderness by the Way of the Red Sea.” Exodus
15:25 NKJV
Arriving at Kadesh Barnea, Moses and the Israelites wait
at the gate to the Promised Land. Twelve scouts, one from each tribe, explore
Canaan. Upon their return, there is great discussion about whether to continue
into the chosen land. Only two of the twelve, Joshua and Caleb, think
proceeding into the land which flows with
milk and honey a right decision. Rebellion and fear coupled with a lack of
trust becomes a 40 year journey of waiting in the wilderness. Unfaithful disobedience
delays God’s best plan.
From exile and slavery in Egypt to the entrance of the
Promised Land, neither a pillar of cloud
by day nor a pillar of fire by night left its place in front of the people.
God’s Presence remains with Israel, but the consequences of disobedience prove
arduous. We walk in a land of battles and blessings today. God has a plan for
each one of us, but all too often we do not follow His leading in our
decisions. Lord, I know I should seek
You in my places of decision. I know I should listen for Your voice to lead me
through the times I am unsure, afraid, confused. When I fail to be obedient,
use the wilderness to grow my faithfulness. Count me alive in Christ. Always desiring
my best, You go before me! ~dho
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by Donna Oswalt/Co-Founder of Mangrove Ministries/Christian blogger and author
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