The NIV 365 Day Devotional
Spiritual Explorer
As a spiritual explorer, you need to know that God is not down on pleasure. Here he actually commands Israel to enjoy a steak dinner during worship!
Does church at times seem dull and boring? It’s not supposed to be that way. God wants people to see their time with him as enjoyable and desirable. This passage shows us that the people were rejoicing during worship “in the presence of the Lord.” Imagine their excitement, awe, joy and wonder.
The challenge of accepting God is one of the most exhilarating and dangerous propositions humans face. It calls for a radical, revolutionary life change. It forces people to consider living for a cause outside of themselves. It involves tapping into the power of the very God who created the universe. People who devote their lives to the cause of Christ find excitement that lasts not just for a moment, but for eternity. What better reason could there be for celebration?
Are you ready for the thrill of a lifetime?
Taken from the NIV The Journey Bible.