Exodus 3 v 1-21 Moses and the Burning Bush
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Moses had an unexpected and quite intense encounter with the living God. He drew close to the holiness of God and was never the same again. He received a calling that would change his life. He would have the ear of the most powerful leader, watch The Lord perform amazing miracles through him and lead the people of God for forty years through the wilderness. And it all started with the word of The Lord coming to him through a bush that didn't burn.
It is interesting to see the honesty that Moses shares with his God. He respectfully shares his worries and doubts, and God reassures him that he will be with him. He shares his name, and sends him out to the Israelites with the power of "I AM WHO I AM".
It is possible that God wants to meet with you in an unexpected and powerful way this Lent time. Take time today to be quiet and listen to His voice. Be willing to take off your metaphorical shoes and hide your face, excited to hear from the creator God of the universe who loves you.
Almighty and everlasting God,
you hate nothing that you have made
and forgive the sins of all those who are penitent:
create and make in us new and contrite hearts
that we, worthily lamenting our sins
and acknowledging our wretchedness,
may receive from you, the God of all mercy,
perfect remission and forgiveness;
through Jesus Christ our Lord.
Collect for the First Sunday of Lent http://www.churchofengland.org/
This passage reminded me that God has amazing plans for his people and all that He asks for is our obedience and faith. My prayer is that I would be open to Him when he speaks and that I wouldn't keep worrying about obstacles that seem insurmountable to earthly eyes. Thankfully the God of the universe can do more than we could ever ask or imagine
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