Wow, what incredible leadership lessons we have learned from Moses since his first meeting with Pharaoh. How his confidence has grown and his faith strengthened. He is not the same frigthened studdering man we met in the desert a few short years ago, is he? The leadership lesson we learned today stands as one of the greatest. It was evidenced through his reaction to the Korah and the rebellious group of 250.
Again today, not once but three times we see Moses on his face before the Lord. In moments when he could stand in his own defense, argue his own case he chose to fall prostrate before the Lord and in front of his enemies. WOW! This spoke volumes to me.
Too many times in my life when I am wronged I seek to defend myself, to make sure that my side is told, and my "enemy" is put in his or her place. I even do this under the pretense of humilty. (It makes me sick to admit that.) Moses knew that God and God alone could defend him. He surrendered to the Lord's defense and in doing so pointed his enemies directly to the source of his defense. What a message to show an enemy!
Oh, that we would follow this example and allow God to be our defender, our warrior. Please hear me, I am not suggesting we be a doormat for others to clean the mud from their shoes. I believe we should be filled and controlled by the Holy Spirit. If we allow ourselves to live our lives full of the Spirit then if in a moment of confrontation He calls us to speak, we can be slow to speak allowing Him to supply the words that we are to say. On the other hand, if through the Spirit He calls us to recognize His power to defend and tells us, "Thou shalt shuteth thou mouths and falleth before me and your enemy" then we better drop down. When we do we will watch our enemy be defeated. Maybe not in that moment like Moses but in God's perfect, on time plan we will be vindicated. Hallelujah! Now, that should give us some freedom!
I thought of Zephaniah 3:17, one of my favorite verses as I picture Moses on the ground at the feet of his foes.
Oh, the LORD, the mighty warrior was in Moses midst and what He saw was a humble leader submitting to His holy reign. Let it be so with me, dear Lord, let it be so with me.
I thought of Zephaniah 3:17, one of my favorite verses as I picture Moses on the ground at the feet of his foes.
"The LORD your God is in your midst, A mighty Warrior. He will exult over you with joy. He will quiet you with His love. He will rejoice over you with shouts of joy"
Oh, the LORD, the mighty warrior was in Moses midst and what He saw was a humble leader submitting to His holy reign. Let it be so with me, dear Lord, let it be so with me.
12 Comments:
What a great lesson of hummility and faith. Faith without waivering that God has it under controll.
Blessings,
Lynn - OR
Wow, Moses...walked with God. What a man of faith!
We can see the envy, jealousy, and discontent among the people towards Moses and Aaron. The opening of the ground and swallowing up some of those that refused to obey! And, then the Israleltes continuing to fret against Moses and Aaron, believing that they killed the people! Moses and Arron interceded for the people again...and I can't even imagine Aaron's faith...standing between the dead and the living, burning the incense and purifiying the people still alive. I'd be scared to death!
I want to walk with God and follow His will for my life. I pray that He opens up any sin that I may have on my heart. Help me Lord, not to be envious, jealous, and discontent as I seek Your will in my life.
Sisters, have a GREAT Wednesday! Thanks Wendy for bringing all of us together today through God's Word!!! LOVE everyone's comments!
Lori - Mesa, AZ
This was a great lesson today! And again the almond branch makes its appearance. I love that Aaron's staff not only produced the buds as Moses prophesized, but it also "sprouted, budded, blossomed and produced ripe almonds!" Got it…Aaron was chosen by the Lord!
You are right Wendy, Moses' faith and obedience are inspiring to me today. I too was struck by the times they fell face down on the ground to plead the case of the Israelites with God. I underlined Numbers 16:48 "He stood between the dead and the living" after Aaron purified the people from the plague; a foreshadowing of our Lord, Jesus Christ.
Your version of Zephaniah 3:17 calls forth the name Yahweh Nissin to me (God who is my banner). Banners denoted family, lineage, or allegiance. They were a rallying point during war, or they marked a spot where victory was won. I need to remember who is my banner today.
Karen, CA
Once again, I am awed by God's power and justice. I still have a hard time reconciling the God of the Old Testament and God of mercy, as demonstrated by the new convenant.
I know God is unchangable--just the two sides of the same coin. My human mind has a hard time comprehending, but I go forth trusting in those things I don't understand.
I was struck by the Israelites persistence and complaining spirit, even after they had witnessed God's judgement. I could see their destruction coming--and I found myself urging them to 'be quiet and shut their mouth.'
Oh, if only I would take my own advice. It is so easy to see the speck in someone elses eye.
Have a great day! Love you, gals!
Excellent commentary Wendy! Too often we lean on our own understanding of a situation and attempt to defend ourselves on human terms. Again, we are reminded to go to the throne instead of the phone and let God lead us!
I love signs, wonders and miracles...and today there are three ~ trial by fire, the earth opening up and swallowing the rebels, and (my favorite) Aaron's staff not only budding but blossoming and producing almonds! Love that!
Bolding before my eyes today wwere the words the LORD spoke to Aaron Num 18:20b I am your share and allotment.
Yes, yes, yes to that!
Enjoy a glorious Wednesday, my friends!
Liz
Alaska
Yes, yes - great commentary today, Wendy! It was a hard lesson because humility is a hard lesson to learn (for me especially!), but I pray that God will do a huge work in me where I will fall prostrate on my face before Him whenever I need to do so. Oh, how I love studying this Word with you gals!
See y'all tomorrow!
Blessings,
Lara
We need more leaders like Moses and Aaron in our midst today!
I also underlined “I am your share and your allotment". What a mighty promise we have in his Word.
I pray my heart is forever surrendered to the will of God. Lord, help me to trust your heart when I can't see your hand in my life.
Blessings!
Debbie - North Carolina
What an intercessor Moses was for the Israelites. The more I read about his pleading for them, the more I recognized the role Jesus has in our lives. He is our intercessor before the living God. He pleads on our behalf just as Moses did for the people he was leading and helping.
I am so grateful to have Jesus as my intercessor. The power of prayer through the Holy Spirit is incredible.
Hope everyone is having a awe-filled week!
Numbers 16:9, “Does it seem insignificant to you that the God of Israel has chosen you from among all the community of Israel to be near him so you can serve in the Lord’s Tabernacle and stand before the people to minister to them?”
My little nugget today: Nothing I do in the Lord's service should seem insignificant... I've been handpicked for the job!
Serving with a joyful heart -
Susan
Wendy,
You would not believe how reading this just hits me between the eyes. Sometimes in our flesh we want so much to be "right fighters" but walking with God is what we need to do. Thanks for the reminder.
Blessings,
Diane
A sweet blessing to come and visit here after a long day. Wendy, I love this phrase from the verse you added, "He will quiet you with His love". Needing to be be still and know that He is God tonight.
The verse that drew my attention this morning was, "But be careful not to treat the holy gifts...as though they were common." Numbers 18:32
Treating the sacred as standard. The divine as daily. The favoured as familiar. The miraculous as mediocre. The revered as routine. The exceptional as expected. The amazing as average.
I confess I do this all the time. I lose the wonder. I take for granted the blessings I have received at God's hand.
Father, forgive me. I humbly admit to treating 'the holy gifts' as common. Gifts of Your presence...your peace...communion...sacred elements. Lord, you have graced and gifted me, and I am so unworthy. Ignite a renewed passion today. Give me eyes to see. A heart that surrenders, rejoices and stands in awe. Lord there is nothing ordinary, for You are an extraordinary God. I remove my sandals. I'm standing on holy ground.
Want to say thank you to all of you who have left messages to let me know you are praying for my Dad. Today has been long and hard, but I am holding on to Jesus. Thanks for your prayers. God is answering.
Blessings,
Joy
Joyful, you quoted, He will quiet me with His love.
Here is another verse along the same line, and boy have I used it a LOT lately. It really works.
Ps. 94:19 Lord, when doubts fill my mind, when my heart is in turmoil, QUIET ME and give me renewed hope and cheer.
Jan TN
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