WAS THERE EVER A WORD SO MAJESTIC?

PRAYER MOMENT

Friday 9 August 2013

WAS THERE EVER A WORD SO MAJESTIC?

Pause. You are in the presence of the Eternal God.

Reading. “Put this question to the ages that are past, that went before you, from the time God crested man on earth: was there ever a word so majestic?” (Deut 4:32-40)

Reflection. As Moses’ life drew to a close the scriptures pause to reflect on the incredible events that the people of Israel have witnessed: God, hidden from all the ages, has suddenly revealed himself. He has suddenly become known to the people. For a moment they are in awe. Their subsequent history is not impressive. They drift away and abandon God and pursue their own interests. We are invited to place ourselves there and remember the moments of awe we have experienced. We are called by God to hold steady to the vision he gives us in his word and in his Word.

Prayer. God, our Father, “so ancient and so new,” you know how easily my heart moves from excitement at your revelation to forgetfulness. How easily I am drawn away when challenges come. Centre my being in you and as gravity pulls me down to earth so may your word always draw me to you. Amen