As soon as the Lord freed this people from bondage, He did not leave them to go it alone and to make their own way to the Promised Land. He was to supernaturally lead them. We are told at the outset - "And the Lord went before them by day in a pillar of cloud, to lead them the way . . . ." - vv21,22. He wanted to be sure that they were properly guided and brought to the place that He had destined for them.
The thing that this people had to learn was that God was in charge and control of the journey and that each day He would see to each stage no matter what it entailed. He knew the route and what was involved and how to negotiate no matter what difficulties were to be encountered. It was to be a great learning exercise. They would have to learn the chief lesson of faith and be prepared for the Lord’s discipline. The sight and evidence of the cloud and pillar of fire should have bred a sense of peace and assurance knowing He was in the camp at all times.
The gift of the Holy Spirit has been given in order to assure you that the Lord is directing your life on a permanent basis. The third member of the Godhead is both inside and alongside to help in negotiating your pilgrim journey. Make sure today you are looking and listening to Him so you will make a success of the trip from earth to heaven. Be reminded of the truth and fact that He knows all and has the answers for everything you will be called to face in your present hour.
The thing that this people had to learn was that God was in charge and control of the journey and that each day He would see to each stage no matter what it entailed. He knew the route and what was involved and how to negotiate no matter what difficulties were to be encountered. It was to be a great learning exercise. They would have to learn the chief lesson of faith and be prepared for the Lord’s discipline. The sight and evidence of the cloud and pillar of fire should have bred a sense of peace and assurance knowing He was in the camp at all times.
The gift of the Holy Spirit has been given in order to assure you that the Lord is directing your life on a permanent basis. The third member of the Godhead is both inside and alongside to help in negotiating your pilgrim journey. Make sure today you are looking and listening to Him so you will make a success of the trip from earth to heaven. Be reminded of the truth and fact that He knows all and has the answers for everything you will be called to face in your present hour.
It is then up to you to lift up your heads in prayer to the Lord and seek him and claim his promises. He has promised and he wont fail in that. It may be a hard road for you at this time ,it may even be that you have already given up on your healing or deliverance or your Marriage.
But the fresh word of the Lord to you is to rise and be encouraged . he still leads , he still guides today.
May be you have long left the presence of the Lord, that your worship is no more than just a facade of empty words , allow today to be today of change and deliverance
Call on him to day
Rev. Dr. William Osagiede
Rev. Dr. William Osagiede