Devotion back log

March 4, 2011

The Intercessor

The people would have been wiped out by the wrath of God on many occasions had it not been for Moses interceding (Num 16:21-22, 43-44). The Israelites could not get over their murmuring and grumbling. How many times would I have been wiped out if it were not for the intercession of Jesus? Thank God that Jesus is able to save me forever because He always lives to make intercession for me (Heb 7:25).

March 5, 2011

The need for need

Water was a constant problem as the Israelites wandered. Moses and Aaron got in trouble over the water issue (Num 20:10-13). As they travelled the dry and weary land they found that they were totally dependent on God for this most basic need (Num 21:16). I think that was God’s intent. When all our needs are met we grow complacent. I think God never wants to lose the hard edge of thirst for Him. This explains why He is ever present, but seemingly absent. He wants us to keep seeking Him (2Ch 7:14, Mat 6:33). The good news is that when we find Jesus He gives us living waters (the Holy Spirit) that spring up within our souls (Joh 7:38-39). For now, we become parched from time to time, but we have his promise that we will never lack His Spirit to continually satisfy our thirst for Him (Joh 4:10).