Exodus 33:14 And he said, My presence shall go with you, and I will give you rest. I. HELP COMES WHEN MOST NEEDED. The idolatry of Israel discouraged Moses. So the trials which bring us to God in dependence and prayer, bring the Divine presence and blessing to our aid. II. THE DESIRE OF THE SPIRITUAL MIND IS THE PRESENCE OF GOD. " If Thy presence go not with me, carry us not up hither." "Leave me not, neither forsake me, O God of my salvation." III. GOD SUPPLIES THIS WANT. "His name shall be called 'God with us.'" "Lo, I am with you alway, even unto the end of the world." "He shall give you another Comforter that He may abide with you for ever." The experience of this presence is a joy to be sought and found only in fidelity to God. It restrains from evil and inspires to good works. It gives rest from the uncertainties suggested by unbelief and doubt. It supplies the happiness of assurance and the calmness of peace. (E. W. Warren, D. D.) Parallel Verses KJV: And he said, My presence shall go with thee, and I will give thee rest.WEB: He said, "My presence will go with you, and I will give you rest." |
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