Listen

Moses said, “Please show me your glorious presence.”

The Lord said, “I’ll make all my goodness pass in front of you, and I’ll proclaim before you the name, ‘The Lord.’ I will be kind to whomever I wish to be kind, and I will have compassion to whomever I wish to be compassionate. But,” the Lord said, “you can’t see my face because no one can see me and live.” The Lord said, “Here is a place near me where you will stand beside the rock. As my glorious presence passes by, I’ll set you in a gap in the rock, and I’ll cover you with my hand until I’ve passed by. Then I’ll take away my hand, and you will see my back, but my face won’t be visible.”

Exodus 33:18-23

Think

Have you ever been curious to learn more about someone? Ever since I was a child, I’ve been fascinated by learning more about the lives of actors in movies, authors of books, and the historical figures who left a legacy for future generations. My admiration for them helped me enjoy the process of learning about them. Perhaps it’s different for you—you might enjoy learning about someone, or maybe you do it out of obligation because it’s required to complete a task.

The reality is that getting to know someone better helps you understand their character, their decisions, and what inspires them. The same is true of our relationship with God. As you set aside intentional time to be with God, you’ll come to know how much God loves you and the wonderful purpose God has for you. Moses longed to know God more, and his example should inspire us to do the same. Dare to say to God, “I want to know you more.” Be intentional with your time in prayer; you’ll surely see that others will come to know God through you.

Luis F. Campos

Question to Ponder:

Who do you want to get to know better?

Pray

God, thank you for being present in my life; thank you for always showing me your goodness and mercy. Help me to do the same for those around me, so that they may see a reflection of your glory. Amen.

Go

Make sure that everything you do, everything you say, and everything you think honors God and reflects God’s glory.