God’s Portable Promise

Sunday Rewind is a 5-day Devotional based on the weekly sermon at Resonate Community Church

May 10th Sermon, Day 1

In the wilderness, when everything felt uncertain and the future seemed unclear, God gave the Israelite people something extraordinary - a portable dwelling place. The tabernacle wasn't just a tent; it was God's way of saying, "I'm not leaving you behind." When the Israelites packed up and moved to unknown territories, God moved with them. When they faced enemies or felt lost, His presence remained constant.

This wasn't a distant deity watching from afar, but a God who chose to dwell among His people in their messiest, most uncertain moments. Today, you might feel like you're wandering through your own wilderness - facing job uncertainty, relationship struggles, or health concerns. The beautiful truth is that God hasn't changed. He still desires to be present with you in every season of life, especially the difficult ones. Just as the tabernacle provided assurance to wandering Israelites, God's presence offers you the same comfort today.

Bible Verse

"So Moses took a tent and pitched it outside the camp some distance away, calling it the 'tent of meeting.' Anyone inquiring of the Lord would go to the tent of meeting outside the camp." - Exodus 33:7

Reflection Question

In what area of your life do you most need the assurance that God hasn't abandoned you?

Quote

The tabernacle was also called the Tent of the Meeting by Moses because it was the place where God met with his people. It was God's dwelling place on earth, if you will.

Prayer

Lord, thank You that You don't abandon us in our wilderness seasons. Help me trust that You are present with me, even when life feels uncertain and unclear.