Daily Scripture
“But Moses sought the favor of the Lord his God. “Lord,” he said, “why should your anger burn against your people, whom you brought out of Egypt with great power and a mighty hand? Why should the Egyptians say, ‘It was with evil intent that he brought them out, to kill them in the mountains and to wipe them off the face of the earth’? Turn from your fierce anger; relent and do not bring disaster on your people. Remember your servants Abraham, Isaac and Israel, to whom you swore by your own self: ‘I will make your descendants as numerous as the stars in the sky and I will give your descendants all this land I promised them, and it will be their inheritance forever.’” Then the Lord relented and did not bring on his people the disaster he had threatened.”
Exodus 32:11-14
devotion
Moses boldly intercedes on behalf of the Israelites, reminding God of His promises to Abraham. Moses doesn't just plead for the people—he appeals to God’s mercy and faithfulness. Through Moses’ intercession, we see a beautiful picture of God's grace and willingness to relent, demonstrating that even when we fail, God responds to sincere prayers of repentance. His mercy is greater than our sins.
In what areas of your life can you pray boldly for mercy, trusting in God’s faithfulness?