Unexpected changes can be either beneficial or burdensome, depending on how situations are perceived. When Moses’ father-in-law came for a visit, he observed a situation in need of change. Moses was spending an inordinate amount of time mediating disputes that arise when people live together.
These disputes had become such a distraction that he was neglecting other important work. Moses’ father-in-law gave him advice that has served as a model for settling civil disputes. Moses accepted that there were qualified others who could mediate these disputes. He learned the importance of delegating work and authority to others.
The message for us is that there are others who can give us wisdom and advice for making changes and managing our problems. Listen to Proverbs 2:6, which reminds us of another source for change: "It is the Lord God who gives wisdom. His every word is a treasure of knowledge and understanding.” Our unchanging God provides guidance to us for making needed changes.
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In the beginning, Lord, you laid the earth’s foundation
and created the heavens. They will all disappear and wear out like clothes. You
change them, as you would a coat, but you last forever. You are always the same.
Years cannot change you.
~Psalm 102:25-27 Contemporary English Version
See how I love your instructions, Lord. Your love never
changes, so save me! The heart of your law is truth, and all your righteous
judgments are eternal.
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