Thanksgiving or Gluttony?
Thanksgiving or Gluttony? Exodus 16:31-36. Though the Israelites were becoming real bad complainers, God continued to bless them. Yet, through this blessing of food, God was teaching them the importance of a Sabbath day rest. God wanted Israel to respect the Sabbath.Why keep the Sabbath? We are to keep the Sabbath because humankind is made in the image of God. When God created the world He worked for six day and on the seventh He rested. Taking in the majestic sight of all His work He said, "It is good."It is simple to conclude if God rested on the seven the day, then being

Causing Trouble in the Congregation.
Causing Trouble in the Congregation. Exodus 16:16-30. God had shown His glory, lighting up the clouds and while the congregation of Israelites looked to the sky, flocks of quail flew into the camp. That night the children of Israel dinned on meat and the complaining stopped. Their God had provided them food.Though Israel's complaint had worked for them, it also worked against them; they established themselves as complainers. Where the meat and the bread met their need; they had much to learn about their selfish, mistrusting, cold hearts.

Drawing Near to God.
Drawing Near to God. Exodus 16:9-15.The complaint department is usually full. In our day people have become expert complainers. If it's not about family, it's about money. If it's not about money, then it is about how someone soiled your day. No one is beyond criticism; however, criticism is different than a complaint.The critic shares a way to make something better in life. However, a complaint is a byproduct of fear and we are instructed by scriptures not to fear for God is in control of every situation. Therefore, many people think they are criticizing; however, they are complaining and this beco

Complaining about Others.
Complaining about Others. Exodus 16:1-8.It had begun to be a common occurrence for the children of Israel to doubt Moses and God when faced with adversity. Any time their safety was in danger, the first thing out of their mouth was an accusation and expression of their fears. This troubled Moses; for Moses wanted a calm, peaceful joining of Israel to their God in faith.As with any good father, the waiting for his children to mature is part of the process of life. God had been patient with Israel and taught them through their trials to have faith in Him.Through Moses, God se

Falling Down at the First Sign of Trial.
Falling Down at the First Sign of Trial. Exodus 15:20-27.The Children of Israel were so elated to have the Egyptian army defeated it provoked a joyous celebration. Instruments sounded and song broke out as merriment was in the hearts of the people.There is no better time to celebrate than when a person has overcome a great trial in their life; the only problem is life is filled with trials.Then Miriam the prophetess, the sister of Aaron, took the timbrel in her hand; and all the women went out after her with timbrels and with dances. And Mir