CIRCLED AND UNDERLINED

Today's reading: Numbers 9-12

"Moses answered, Wait here until I have received instructions for you from the Lord." Numbers 9:8 NLT

I have this verse circled and underlined in my Bible.

It's not because it's come deep, philosophical truth.

It's not a highly quoted statement.

It's not even in red, Jesus didn't say it.

But it's a reminder to me, each and every time I come across it, of what I need to do...

I need to wait on my instructions from the Lord.

You see, I don't work in an Emergency Room.

I'm not often confronted with crisis situations.

Seldom do my conversations, my routine or my relationships require emergency responses.

So I'm reminded, by this verse, to stop and seek God's guidance.

His words.

To find His thoughts on the matter before stating mine.

Do I have this discipline down pat? Sadly, I don't...but I do see progress in my 'off the cuff' remarks, my emotionally driven responses and my calls to action.

Maybe you need Moses's words for today. Something you know you need to make a decision on. In regards to someone who comes to you for advice. For the right reaction and the right response.

Circle it and underline it. Highlight it. Write it out and post it everywhere in your house, car or office.