don't be afraid of your Father // 2011.08.13

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The Israelites were like children who were once lost and recently found their way. They immaturely rebuked God and refused Him despite the miracles He did for them, but after letting God touch their lives, they now know better.

I find it exciting that after so many years of strife, they now willingly choose to follow God despite Joshua warning them about what it means -- i.e. He is a jealous God and demands full attention.

Jesus invites us to enter this mystery of love and surrender which the Israelites did in Moses' time by telling us that even children who people find as immature and lacking discipline and intelligence should not be prevented from coming to Him.

Are you like the Israelites... lost, fearful, and struggling? Listen to Jesus' words... "Let the children come to me."