Revelation of the Word:

THEME: WAR AND CONFLICT

Exodus 18:14-16

“When his father-in-law saw all that Moses was doing for the people, he said, “What is this you are doing for the people? Why do you alone sit as judge, while all these people stand around you from morning till evening?” Moses answered him, “Because the people come to me to seek God’s will. Whenever they have a dispute, it is brought to me, and I decide between the parties and inform them of God’s decrees and instructions.””

INSIGHT

-Jethro was impressed that the Lord had saved the Israelites out of Egypt. He visited Moses in the wilderness to celebrate God’s goodness with him and found him stressed as he attempted to solve the conflicts that occurred in the camp. Jethro was shocked to see him trying to solve the issues of the population of over two million people; alone. He advised Moses saying, “What you are doing is not good. You and these people who come to you will only wear yourselves out. The work is too heavy for you; you cannot handle it alone. Listen now to me and I will give you some advice, and may God be with you. You must be the people’s representative before God and bring their disputes to him.” (Exodus 18:17-19). Dispute resolution mechanisms are vital in any family unit, society, church and organization. Jethro advised that Moses should train the people in the laws of the Lord. He also advised that Moses should incorporate other people to sort out minor issues. Further that Moses should only handle serious matters. It is by this example that we adopt such strategies to ensure there is peace and unity in every level of our societies.

PRAYER

Lord You are good and Your mercies endures forever. Father You are holy and worthy of all praises. You are worthy Oh Lord and mighty to be praised. We worship You and bless Your holy name. You are the Prince of peace and Lord of lords. May Your sure peace be present in our homes, families, societies, work places, churches, nation and all the nations of the world. May You intervene in every conflict and teach us Your statutes dear Jesus. May Your grace of forgiveness be present in our hearts that we may be willing to let go and let You God take over. May Your peace take over in every area of our lives. May You forgive us from all hard heartedness and wash us from every trespass dear Jesus. You are worthy of all praises and adoration. We adore You and worship You dear Jesus. May the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit. Be with us now and forever more. Amen

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Further reading: Matthew 5:25

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