Exodus 24:11 But God did not raise his hand against these leaders of the Israelites; they saw God, and they ate and drank.
What strikes me about today’s verses is the unavailability of God and the accessibility of Jesus. God, as is evidenced by this chapter particularly, holds Himself separate from humanity. That sense of “I can come to Him with anything at any time” is utterly lacking.
Exodus 24:12 The Lord said to Moses, “Come up to me on the mountain and stay here, and I will give you the tablets of stone with the law and commandments I have written for their instruction.”
I’ve never really thought of Jesus as being the “softer side” of God, but He sort of feels that way. I know that He is with me, that He will never leave me nor forsake me. I know that I can come to Him always, with all things. I know that I can be real, authentic, messily human with Jesus and I won’t be rejected.
Exodus 24:13 Then Moses set out with Joshua his aide, and Moses went up on the mountain of God.
Precious Savior, Thank You for the reality of the Trinity–Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, three-in-one. I don’t fully understand what that means, but I know without a doubt that You are with me always, that I can come to You–fully, messily, ridiculously human, and You are right there to receive me. Help me, Jesus. Always. Help me. Amen.
Exodus 24:14 He said to the elders, “Wait here for us until we come back to you. Aaron and Hur are with you, and anyone involved in a dispute can go to them.”
Have a blessed day.