Reading: Exodus 2:1-4:20
Symbol: burning bush
Person: Moses
Theme: God's Leadership
I could really use a burning bush right now. Not only would it warm my house a bit, but it would be a clear message from God as to what I'm supposed to be doing. While I have a To-Do list (which includes far too much cleaning) is this really what I should be focusing on? Does God really care if my floors are clean?
We live is society in which success can be defined by how much we accomplish. I have a To-Do list with six or seven things that I need to do today. But I now realize that there are many things that I will do that are not on my list: Read the bible; pray; homeschool; care for the baby; return a few phone calls... Those are simply things I do to keep me grounded, to show love to the people in my life.
But what would God's To-Do list for me look like? Looking at scripture, God's plans for people are not things they can accomplish in a single day. Moses' mission from God took years and he didn't even really finish it because it was Joshua who led the Israelites into the Promised Land. But Moses listened and followed God's plan.
I find great comfort in that as well as a sense of urgency to make every day count. Everything I do today will determine how the next day will begin. And everything I do tomorrow will determine the outcome of the people with whom I interact. My purpose in life may seem very clear on some days: be a good mother; a good wife; write words that glorify God and bring Him to those who want more of Him; honor my family by living with a happy heart. But what does God have planned for my actions? How will what I do today bring me closer to Him tomorrow? Can what I say in this blog influence others in a positive way? That is my intent, but is my intent clear?
Once again, there are no clear answers to these questions. But we have the image of the burning bush today - the tool through which God sent Moses back to Egypt to free His people. What might your burning bush be?
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