Meeting God on the Mountain

Scripture Reference:
Genesis  Chapter 31


There once was a man and a mountain. On that mountain, the man encounteed God and shared that experience, as best he could, with his brothers.

Jacob had been on the run when Laban, his father-in-law, caught up with him. It was not a pleasant encounter, but they talked things out. On the mountain, Jacob and Laban made peace and built a heap between them.  Then they parted, having taken an oath in the Name of th God of Abraham.

Then, Jacob worshipped God.  He did so by making a sacrifice.  He did so freely, not out of compulsion.

What if we were to mark great events in our life with worship?

Finally, they tarried.  There was not hurry about getting off the mountain.  there was no complusion to leave.  The time of fleeing was past.  It was time to tarry.

What if we slowed down and celebrated the presence of God? What if we took time to enjoy each other's company?  What if we were not in such a hurry?

Hurry was the characteristic of Jacob's flight from Laban's pursuit. It was no longer necessary.  He was free to worship, fellowship and tarry.

God is willing and able to bring this kind of peace and quiet to our lives as well, if we let Him.


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