Where were you when you first became aware of the presence and power of God? Was it communicated by a parent or in worship or Bible study? It might have been in some dreadful, horrible place where, in a moment of crisis, there came a realization that you were not alone, but that God was there even in that despicable place.
God’s name, Jehovah-Shammah, means “the Lord is there”. Jacob discovered God's presence when he was running for his life. He saw God's presence in a dream as angels descended and ascended on a stairway. Here he made a commitment to God, but it took decades for him change and mature. Yet, God’s presence remained constant.
Jehovah Shammah is present in the darkest, most frightening moments. The Apostle John would declare, “The Word became flesh and dwelt among us, and we beheld his glory.” He’s there for you in each moment, and you can count on his presence for assurance and encouragement, however the ‘moment’ is defined.
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So be strong and courageous! Do not be afraid and do not
panic before them. For the Lord your God will personally go ahead of you. He
will neither fail you nor abandon you.
~Deuteronomy 31:6 New Living Translation
And I will make my home among them. Yes, I will be their
God and they shall be my people.
~Ezekiel 37:27 The Living Bible
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