Numbers 4:1 – 5:31
Notable Verse: Num 5:1 The LORD said to Moses,
This phrase comes up three times in the chapter. It seems rather strange, not for its awkwardness, but what can only be seen as its normality. We are used to considering the Bible as God’s spoken word, and Jesus being the Living Word that we don’t give much thought to simply hearing God speak. We ask for the privledge, we sometimes claim to have had the experience (generally we say this when we really mean, I really want this and something internal confirms this) but the idea of it occurring on a regular basis is something that is really hard to imagine. I am unsure of what to take from this.
I will not say that God can’t speak today; though considering the weight of whatever we believe He is saying must be measured against Scripture, what more needs to be said except on a personal issue.
What do you think? Does God speak today? If so, what do you think he talks about and to whom.
Mark 12:18 – 37
Notable Verse: Mar 12:18 Then the Sadducees, who say there is no resurrection, came to him with a question.
The question on the resurrection couldn’t have come at a more timely moment. I have received 2 hate mails within 24 hours 1 using vile language (I didn’t post it, don’t look for it) by people who see more of a need to spew than to ask a question of substance. In fact the question from the Potty-mouth asked me “do you really believe what you write … you poor brainwashed *&^*8&**&$*$.
I am afraid Jesus handled the hate questions more than I did. How much I wish I had the patience of Jesus in handling those who ask questions for other reason than being eager to trick or offend.
As I continue to write for Heritage and Destiny, please pray that I would develop thicker skin to be able to respond to their comments without being equally offensive.
Psalm 48:1 – 14
Notable Verse: Psa 48:9 Within your temple, O God, we meditate on your unfailing love.
Word history has always fascinated me. The word awful used to mean that the thing something created awe. Artificial meant that something was full of art and beauty and nice used to be an insult. Words change like any other technology. Temple has changed its meaning too. While temple used to be a tent, it later came to mean building and now it means the heart of every believer. While original intent is key in understanding scripture, one can’t help but be fascinated by how the word has changed and yet still retained its glorious meaning.
Proverbs 10:26
Notable Verse: Pro 10:26 As vinegar to the teeth and smoke to the eyes, so is a sluggard to those who send him.
All I can say is that the sluggard is cringe-worthy. Sometimes I forget how harsh the Bible can be. I am not sure if I should nod my head reading this or hanging my head in shame. Perhaps 6 of one, half-dozen of the other.
Check out that Bible!! It’s always encouraging to see a well-used Bible.
Yes, God speaks to us today and what He is telling us, I believe is to PRAY as never before!! As to whether God speaks audibly, I would say no. It is always through the Spirit of God in us and His Word. Also, as you indicated, if it disagrees with Scripture, we can be sure it wasn’t God speaking to us but the enemy who masquerades as an angel of light to confuse and oppress us. I will visit again.
God Bless you abundantly, Judy