Our scripture this morning is Exodus 33:14 (NLT).
The Lord replied, “I will personally go with you, Moses, and I will give you rest—everything will be fine for you.”
In this passage God gives Moses His promise to be with him and to give him rest. God had been with His people from the beginning, but now He formalizes that covenant. The people had been disobedient and God was unhappy, but He never withdrew His love. He continued to reach out for us, no matter what.
Centuries later God was with us through the gift of Jesus, His way of being present in that time. In Matthew 11:28 Jesus repeats God’s promise from Deuteronomy: “Come to me, all of you who are weary and carry heavy burdens, and I will give you rest.” God was again reaching out to us, letting us know that His love was still there for us.
After Christ’s resurrection and ascension, He promised to send us “another Comforter” (John 14:16) who would be present in our lives to guard and guide us. This constant contact with the Father, Son and Holy Spirit allows us to know God’s will and share our praise, thanks and concerns. God is always there for us, may we always be ready to answer His call.
Gracious God, You know our frailties and our habit of trying to do it our own way. Forgive us for our selfish actions and lead us through faith to the rest You have promised. Amen.
