Numbers 6:22-27

"Later, Dude," or, "Right back at you," are words we might hear when a teen or young adult bids farewell.  There are many ways to say goodbye to our friends or family.  When good friends or loving family members part company they might hug or share a kiss as they depart, often expressing their love for one another.

The reading today is filled with familiar words overflowing with peace and love.  We hear these words said over us as we complete our worship time on Sundays.  These words link us to God, and we are blessed by them.  

The LORD bless you 

and keep you; 

 the LORD make his face shine on you 

and be gracious to you; 

 the LORD turn his face toward you 

and give you peace. (Numbers 6:24-26)

What did you feel as you read the Scripture above?  I felt warm, loved and at home.  That is what God's blessing is supposed to do for us, wrap us in a blanket of security and peace; cuddling us in warmth of His wonderful name.  This is a perfect way to end a time of worship together and a beautiful way to begin the week.

Read the Numbers 6:22-27 text here.  Listen to a reading of the Numbers 6:22-27 text here.