9 Then Moses, Aaron, Nadab, Abihu, and the seventy elders of Israel climbed up the mountain. 10 There they saw the God of Israel. Under his feet there seemed to be a surface of brilliant blue lapis lazuli, as clear as the sky itself. 11 And though these nobles of Israel gazed upon God, he did not destroy them. In fact, they ate a covenant meal, eating and drinking in his presence!
12 Then the LORD said to Moses, “Come up to me on the mountain. Stay there, and I will give you the tablets of stone on which I have inscribed the instructions and commands so you can teach the people.” 13 So Moses and his assistant Joshua set out, and Moses climbed up the mountain of God.
14 Moses told the elders, “Stay here and wait for us until we come back. Aaron and Hur are here with you. If anyone has a dispute while I am gone, consult with them.” Exodus 24:9-14
Did you stop to picture 74 men having dinner with God? To finalize or “seal the deal” on God’s covenant with his people!
Meals are important in the bible and it is important to us! How about the Sabbath meal or the Passover meal for instance, or how about that business lunch where deals are made? Going to school and eating with your child or everyone at home gathering around the table.
These men sat down and ate with God.
We should always remember to invite God to our table when we eat and give Him thanks!
Enjoy your meals today and feast on the Word!!!!
Today’s readings:
EXODUS 22:16-24:18
Tomorrow’s readings:
EXODUS 25:1-28:43
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