S) "8 Moses said, 'This will happen when the Lord gives you meat to eat in the evening, and bread to the full in the morning; for the Lord hears your grumblings which you grumble against Him. And what are we? Your grumblings are not against us but against the Lord.'"
Exodus 16:8 (NASB)
O) The part of this verse that stood out the most is definitely the last sentence. This isn't the first time the Israelites complain at Moses, and it won't be the last, but this is the only time I can remember him redirecting, even deflecting, their complaint from him and onto God. The thing is, I think he's absolutely right to do so. The Israelites have seen some pretty amazing miracles so far, so they must know that The LORD is with them and behind this exodus. So, out of fear and convenience, and probably out of an inability to see a bigger picture, they are (mis)directing their anger and discontent at Moses.
A) I think this verse is a great reminder to examine my heart. When I'm having a rough day, whatever the circumstances, I need to carefully consider what my sour disposition is saying about my relationship with God and how I'm viewing Him in those times. Am I upset with what my boss that I didn't get a promotion? Or am I having a hard time trusting God's provision? Am I frustrated with my kids' getting sick? Or am I disbelieving God's healing?
P) Father, reveal my heart to me. So much of my joy and peace has to do with the condition of my heart. My perspective on things can be so misguiding, so I want to have Your eyes when I'm facing anything in my life. When trials come and storms rage, when I am upset, show me what my heart is truly saying. I choose humility, Lord, but when I don't, I invite you to humble me. In Jesus's name I pray. Amen.
A) I think this verse is a great reminder to examine my heart. When I'm having a rough day, whatever the circumstances, I need to carefully consider what my sour disposition is saying about my relationship with God and how I'm viewing Him in those times. Am I upset with what my boss that I didn't get a promotion? Or am I having a hard time trusting God's provision? Am I frustrated with my kids' getting sick? Or am I disbelieving God's healing?
P) Father, reveal my heart to me. So much of my joy and peace has to do with the condition of my heart. My perspective on things can be so misguiding, so I want to have Your eyes when I'm facing anything in my life. When trials come and storms rage, when I am upset, show me what my heart is truly saying. I choose humility, Lord, but when I don't, I invite you to humble me. In Jesus's name I pray. Amen.
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