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“But Moses’ hands grew weary, so they took a stone and put it under him, and he sat on it, while Aaron and Hur held up his hands, one on one side, and the other on the other side. So his hands were steady until the going down of the sun.” Exodus 17:12 (ESV)
Lifting up and sitting with – it’s the call to those who come alongside the weary, defeated and tired. Ever been there yourself? Ever felt the weight of heaviness settle in and wonder if you can make it? Ever been the one who sees, who hears, who encourages and who eases the burden? Moses didn’t ask for help when he was weary, but those who knew him and saw him were attuned to his needs. They didn’t wait for an invitation; they just seized the moment. They didn’t sign up or pray about it first. They didn’t consult someone else or ponder what to do. Simply stepping up to the plate and lifting up. Wonder what life would be like if we all knew the people around us enough to sense when they needed help? Wonder what it would feel like to be attuned to the needs of others rather than consumed with lesser things? I love the way Aaron and Hur met Moses’ physical need – they took a stone and put it under him. Who do we need to give rest to? I love the way Aaron and Hur surrounded Moses – one on each side. Who do we need to come alongside, surround and protect? I love the way Aaron and Hur not only showed up, but lifted up so that victory would be ensured. Whose life do we need to show up in, lift up so the enemy will be defeated and victory is sure?

“Father, open our eyes to see and respond to the needs around us each day – being Your hands and feet – to those desperately reaching for victory.”

For His Glory

Janet Martin
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