Go buy a tent (29.08.2006)

Hmm, as taken from my daily reading notes, a different perspective on being a nomad.

In the OT Moses did something we need to do: "Moses used to take a tent and pitch it outside the camp some distance away, calling it the "tent of meeting". Anyone inquiring of the Lord would go to the tent ... (Ex.33.7). And what would happen in that tent? 'The lord would speak to Moses face to face, as a man speaks with his friend' (Ex.33.11)

Face-to-Face time with God, that's what we need more and more of. Turn off that mobile, sell that tv and dvd player, and go and buy a tent.

And what did they talk about in that tent?

Moses prayed:
(a) let me know whom you will send with me (Ex.33.12) It is very true that some of the problems we experience are due to the people around us, who are influincing us.
(b) teach me your ways (Ex.33.13). Obviously when 'my way' doesn't appear to be working too well, I need to get God's input
(c) so I may know you (Ex.33.13) This word 'know' is not of a casual acquaintance, it is intimacy between two people. Hmm, so how well do you know God?
(d) so I may continue to find favour with you (Ex.33.13) God's favour one just must have. It opens doors, gives one the advantage, and even influences people before one speaks a single word.

And God's reply in that tent was:
"I will do the very thing you have asked, because I am pleased with you and I know you by name" (Ex.33.17)

So, how would you like to be on a first name basis with God? Well then, GO BUY A TENT!