more than His power, i will praise God for His love // 2011.08.05

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It's easy for most of us to say that there is a God who loves us. It's easy for most of us to say God created the world, and God is great. That's not debatable for a lot of people.

In today's first reading, Moses reminds us that God has done a lot of great and marvelous deeds. They are indeed jaw dropping moments, but it struck me more to read this line than the others...

"God personally led you..."

It's easy to say God is powerful, great and marvelous when we've been taught of His wondrous deeds since childhood. But most of us miss that line and its meaning. And what a great miss that is!

We don't have a far away God. We have a personal God! A God who wants to walk with you personally whether you're in hard times or fun times. A God who wants to be with you, if only You'll let Him.

Yes, He is mighty. Yes, He is powerful. But it is not fear that He wants most. It is your love. For me, that is a greater reason to stand in awe and love our God. As the Bible puts it, who are we compared to Him, that He is mindful of us (Ps 8:4)? And yet He still chooses to do so!

When was the last time you talked to Him? Spill your heart to God today and let Him know how you are doing, whether good or bad. Spend time in silence too, and let Him surprise you with His gentle yet warm voice.