‘We just have to talk’

The Lord spoke to Moses face to face, as a man speaks to his friend. – Exodus 33:11

Lisa and Sheryl have been friends since grade school. Even though their paths have taken them in different directions since those schoolgirl days in New Jersey, they have maintained their close friendship.

Sheryl is married, settled in the Midwest, and the mother of young children. Lisa is single and involved in mission work, most recently in Russia. "Every now and then we just have to talk," says Sheryl. So they pick up the phone to catch up on what’s been happening and to share their hearts.

In Exodus 33:11, we read that "the Lord spoke to Moses . . . as a man speaks to his friend." Moses enjoyed something far better than an occasional long-distance talk with the Lord. He had frequent, face-to-face conversations with Him. During those intimate talks, the Lord gave Moses instructions for leading the people of Israel.

Because of what Jesus Christ has done for us, and because the Holy Spirit now lives within all followers of Christ, we too can enjoy a special friendship and closeness with God. He speaks to us through His Word and by His Spirit, and we have the privilege of talking to Him in prayer.

If you are like me, as you go through your day you’ll find yourself saying to God, "We just have to talk." – David C. Egner

The kindest Friend I’ve ever had

Is One I cannot see,

Yet One in whom I can confide,

Who loves and blesses me. – Shuler

READ: Exodus 33:1:11

Prayer is meant to be an intimate conversation with God – our best friend.

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