S) "17 Then the tent of meeting shall set out with the camp of the Levites in the midst of the camps; just as they camp, so they shall set out, every man in his place by their standards."
Numbers 2:17 (NASB)
O) There is a logistical, strategic element to putting the priests and the tabernacle elements in the middle of the camp (both in the encampments and in the marching). But, there's also a spiritual and emotional aspect to this. While they were encamped, every tribe was equidistant from the LORD. No one was closer than another tribe. Also, it represents keeping God central in their lives. While marching, God was again in the middle of them. This meant that, while on the move, God was both before them and behind them (collectively).
A) When I am at a resting point, not much going on in my life, I must do everything keeping God central in my life. Whatever I'm doing, God should be close, just as close in my heart and mind, in every circumstance - equidistant. When I'm on the move, marching toward something, with tasks in front of me, I need to remember that God goes before me. He fights my fights for me, with me. He prepares my way. At the same time, He also stands behind me. He gives me strength and confidence, and protects me from what I cannot see.
P) Father, You are so good. Be before me and behind me. Protect me and fight with me, and for me. Help me to keep You centrally in my focus when I am camped. And when I am moving, give me the confidence and comfort of knowing You are both before me and behind me. Thank You for this comfort, protection, and provision. In Jesus' name I pray. Amen.
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