I’m about to start a series of posts on some things that God is teaching me and the good things that He is doing both in my life and here at National Community Church, but first I need to put it in the context of some recent life events.

• In September I finished my year as an intern at NCC.
• I spent six months working on some web projects and playing online poker.
• In January I was diagnosed with diabetes.
• In March, I was hired for a permanent position at NCC. I’m now coordinating logistics for our small groups. And I’m still searching for a good title. Let me know if you think of anything!
• Rachel & I are looking for a house, we’ve put in three offers, had one accepted, and backed out after the inspection.

More on most of this stuff later.

This morning I was reading in the book of Numbers. When most of us think of that book (if we think of it at all), we conjure up dull genealogies and census data. I challenge you to read it again. In the span of four chapters, I found tons of great stuff.

In chapter 9, we find Israelites who come to ask Moses a question about observing the Passover, an important religious ceremony. His response: “Wait, that I may hear what the Lord will command concerning you.”

Can you imagine that? Next time someone comes to you asking for advice, say that. Don’t give good advice. Don’t even say, “Let’s pray about it.” Just say, “Wait, that I may hear what the Lord will command concerning you.” In other words, God is going to speak to me and tell me what you should do.

This relationship that Moses had with God is amazing. That’s the kind of relationship I want with God, one where I can confidently expect God to speak.