Acts 7:24-25 And seeing one of them suffer wrong, he defended him, and avenged him that was oppressed, and smote the Egyptian: For he supposed his brethren would have understood how that God by his hand would deliver them: but they understood not.
Moses saw the Jew (could it have been one of his blood-relatives?) being hurt and quickly went out and afflicted harm in return for the wrong that had been done. I believe he did this with good intentions. However, it got out of hand. He thought he would help a part of a people he loved, but the aftermath was devastating. He was remembering with compassion the people from winst he came. He thought the people would understand. He thought that they knew, that with his help, they perhaps could be avenged of the sorrow and tribulation that had come upon them. But they didn't understand his motives.
Some believe he let his zeal get the best of him (for he killed the Egyptian). Perhaps he did.
My focus today is on the part of scripture that says: And seeing one of them suffer wrong, he defended him, and avenged him that was oppressed…but they understood not.
This reminds me (once again) to ‘never never never assume anything’. It also reminds me to be aware of and have control of my emotions at all times. Not so easy sometimes, is it? Well, at least for me it isn’t. The older I get I find that I am quite the passionate person. (I believe that gets me into some trouble sometimes.) But, I do my best to keep a tight hold on the reigns.
A lot more harm can be done if I don’t keep myself on a “short-rope”. I must keep the grip on the reigns of my mind, my own spirit, and heart for they keep me steady and most assuredly out of exile when it comes to my relationships.
So evaluate this with me, ask the question of yourself (with me): If someone is not seeking out help, maybe it’s not my business to jump into the matter. Maybe it’s not my business to ‘form an opinion’.
Like Moses, you and I find our self as being a brother/sister of the Children of God, but that doesn’t mean that your brother/sister really knows your heart…that they really know…you.
For to know someone you have to spend a considerable amount of time with them. Most times this is not the case for the people we attend church service with. There are those within your “sisterhood/brotherhood” that do not undestand your passion, perhaps they don't appreciate your zeal in certain matters....there are those that quickly point fingers…
Be careful. Make decisions wisely. Use wisdom. It is ALWAYS best to do this.
Be careful...Some people just truly do not understand...you may find yourself on the backside of a desert for 40 years…..if you do find yourself there….remember, God is there too. You're in good company. :-)
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