Hebrews 12: 18 You have not come, as the
people of Israel came, to what you can feel, to Mount Sinai with its blazing
fire, the darkness and the gloom, the storm, 19 the blast of a trumpet, and
the sound of a voice. When the people heard the voice, they begged not to hear
another word, 20 because they could not bear the order
which said, “If even an animal touches the mountain, it must be stoned to
death.” 21 The sight was so terrifying
that Moses said, “I am trembling and afraid!”
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Music blared with a
fast pace. Suddenly fireworks sizzled on stage. Then the speaker came out and
delivered a riveting speech. “Wow!” I said to myself. At that point, I wanted
to be like the speaker and started thinking of ways to mimic the style.
- I was impressed by the speaker’s presence.
- I was enamored by the fanfare.
- I got caught up in the show.
Paul, the assumed
writer, attempted to explain the reaction of the Israelites when they were at mount
Sinai.. They experienced the presence of GOD and were terrified! HIS holiness
would not allow even a stray animal to touch the mountain.
My Observations:
- GOD’s presences is awesome and terrifying.
- GOD is absolutely holy and cannot have sin in HIS presence.
- JESUS washed away all my sins, which allows me into GOD’s presence.
Being centuries
removed from the encounter Moses had with GOD makes me take it lightly. I mean,
GOD terrified those who saw what HE did to the mountain, yet I am not terrified
to take HIM to my sinful places. HE placed the HOLY SPIRIT, who also cannot
stand sin, inside me.
GOD sees all, hears
all and knows all I do. I should be terrified!. Fortunately for me, GOD
understands and provides sufficient grace. HE withholds HIS wrath and provides
for me every day. I am so glad GOD’s presence with me is gentle and forgiving,
but I will someday see HIS true glory which is unimaginable.
Challenge
- What part of the writer’s illustration sticks out to you?
- Have you ever been impressed by someone with “presence?”
- Will you reflect on the power of GOD and imagine HIS presence, and make changes to how you approach today?
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