The book of Exodus is extremely honest about how humans relate to God and to one another. Immediately after the deliverance from Egypt's army, the people of God sing an incredible song of faith and devotion, then mere days later they are grumbling, "If only we had died in Egypt" (Exodus 16:3).
Where does this rush to regret come from? The source is a warped belief that God is there for the big stuff (plagues, crossing seas, pillars of fire), but for everyday issues (food, water, clothing) He can't be bothered. For that kind of stuff we are on our own.
God answers that grumbling with grace. He sends bread from heaven every morning for them to gather and eat. This bread (manna, which means "what is it") is enough for the day and no more. God will provide for grand and the small because He cares for HIs people.
Join us this Sunday as we worship a gracious God who provides for our every need and who calls us to a life of grace toward one another. Worship begins at 10 AM at the Rowland Hall Chapel on 720 Guardsman Way (http://tiny.cc/5kbn6). Sunday School for all ages begins at 9 AM.
Grace and Peace,
Sam
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ReplyDeleteAs I get older, I identify more and more with Israel. Things will be all fine and beautiful one minute, and then in seconds I'll be wondering if (and acting like) God has left the building, never to return.