Scripture:
“The people of Beth-Shemesh were harvesting their wheat in the valley. When they looked up and saw the chest, they were so happy that they stopped working and started celebrating.” 1 Samuel 6:13 CEV
Observation:
The ark of God had been captured by the Philistines. While it was in their presence, their god Dagon, fell on his face before it, they all got sores on them, and everyone knew it was because the God of Israel was in their midst. Therefore, they decided to get rid of the ark. They sent it to Beth-Shemesh and as the people of that area saw the ark coming, they stopped what they were doing and started celebrating.
Application:
We should celebrate when we see or experience the presence of God manifested around us. His presence can change everything in our lives immediately. His presence can turn mountains into flatlands. His presence can make cancer disappear. His presence can transform society. May we learn to honor and celebrate the presence of the Lord more and more.
Prayer:
Lord God, help me to honor Your presence and flow with You when You are in the room. I know You are everywhere, but I love when You allow Your presence to be manifested and become tangible. Come Holy Spirit, touch Your people. I want Your presence in everything I do. Help me to do what You are doing and to celebrate Your presence by following Your Spirit when You show up.
Yours Forever,
Jeff
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