I Will Be With You!

It’s Friday! This is a day that most of us look forward to. It identity’s our personal independence from our weekly regimen. Looking forward to the weekend where we have planned events whether they are going to our kid’s games, catching up with the grocery shopping, visiting with friends and neighbors or just taking a break from our weekly schedules. Friday is the day that seems to signify getting closer to a time of independence

I have been reading about some incredible people who, like us, may have been looking forward to a free weekend. Moses was on the far side of the desert doing what he did best, taking care of his father-in law’s sheep. I wonder if he was thinking about the weekend or other interests as he happened upon the “Burning Bush”.

As we read through this story this is where life changed for Moses and his journey changed from one of independence, to dependence on God. Moving forward to accomplish the goal placed before him, of returning to Egypt and bringing the Israelites out of captivity. This seems as daunting as Phelps winning 8 gold medals. I like this story because Moses had some personal challenges and shared them with the Lord. God answered all of Moses challenges with “I will be with you”.

It is Friday and I am looking forward to the weekend! We will be with friends and that’s always a great place to be. As Lynda shared earlier, we have taken the first step of our journey to plant a church in Ankeny, IA. Our next step is to remember what God told Moses, “I will be with you”. So no matter what we have been called to do whether it’s to be great parents, own and operate a business, or tend sheep, each of us have a journey of our own. That journey begins with the first step, and to take comfort if the fact that we have a so-journer. Christ, “He will be with you”. Enjoy your weekend and enjoy the journey!

Praying for you today.

Arnie