Thursday, January 8, 2009

On the Mountain

Genesis 22:14 So Abraham called that place The LORD Will Provide. And to this day it is said, "On the mountain of the LORD it will be provided."

Abraham was asked to sacrifice his son to the Lord on the mountain. Abraham obeyed completely without question, and God provided another way. Mountain top experiences are not always a high joyful time. It takes work to get to the mountain and once you are there sacrifice is required. It comes at a cost. Even Isaac knew that sacrifice and worship was about to take place. It is on the mountain that God provides the answer and direction.

· Getting to the mountain, I need to make a deliberate effort and preparation.
· I should expect to give sacrifice and worship when I get there.
· The provision comes when I surrender.

Whenever I need today, I know this, it does not just happen. But the struggle is worth it.

Lord, I thank you for your provision and the work it takes to see it happen. I surrender my will and look forward to seeing You on the mountain.

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