Follow the Cloud

Scripture:

Numbers 9:17 "Whenever the cloud lifted from over the sacred tent, the people of Israel would break camp and follow it. And wherever the cloud settled, the people of Israel would set up camp".

Observation:

God led the children of Israel through the wilderness. He was their leader and He let His will be known. He showed them exactly where He wanted them to set up camp and when He wanted them to tear down camp and move. They sometimes would set up camp for a night, sometimes for a year, but always they followed the cloud and set up where God said to. He took care of them daily and provided for them as they followed His through the wilderness.

Application:

I wish following the Lord was that easy today. For them, they saw the cloud move and they knew to move. For us, we have to follow His word and listen for His voice, which sometimes is very clear and sometimes is not so clear. It would be easier to follow Him if we could simply set up camp where He stopped and move when the fire moved. Today, God wants us to seek Him out and follow after Him, listening for His voice. Now it is up to us to seek Him.

Prayer:

Lord, let your voice become clearer and clearer to me. I want to be a good follower and will be as I know Your will in every situation of life. I seek You this morning and will continue to seek You. You are the best!

Jeff