GENESIS 32:1-2. “And Jacob went on his way, and the angels of God met him. And when Jacob saw them, he said, ‘This is God’s host (camp):’ and he called the name of that place Mahanaim (two camps).”
GOD’S CAMP. What happens in a place like this where God’s host meets with a man? Is there clashing drums and trumpet sounds, and shouts that fill the air? Usually, though to me not strange, in crisis times they come, To strengthen me though still unseen, they assure me God is there.
Ahead of me are fearful times when issues I must face; I may not know what’s best to do, the tasks are very great. God graciously sends me His host; their presence in this place – Confirm without a doubt to me, this course I’m on is right.
Not all the host of God that comes, are angels each unseen; For often in the camp of God, there are those He sends along, Who at first glance, I overlook because I know they’re men. Men and angels both are used by God, lest what I do is wrong.
By the subtle nuances of my mind, I cannot act alone. Much of what I chose to do as I approach these crisis times – Is clarified – made crystal clear – by those right here at home; For they too are part of God’s camp, through them God’s wisdom shines.
I do make choices day by day, like he of the ancient past. Like him, I wonder – what camp is this – who is already here? Is there room for me in this place – this for which my lot is cast? To my joy, I find two camps are one; God’s life is mine to share.
“O God of the pilgrim, these camping places, these stopping spots are very special to me. I have never been able to get over the influence and power evident when Thou art already in the place before I get there. To open my eyes and recognize God’s host is camped here and know that I can be here too is such a great joy. I praise Thee and honor Thee for such expressions of Thy condescending grace. In the name of the Lord Jesus Christ, Amen.”