Stop Asking God for the Plan - Start Asking for His Presence
Have you ever wished God would just show you the plan? The next step, the right decision, or how everything is going to work out? I've been there, too!
But as I studied Exodus 33 and 34, God reminded me of something powerful: Moses didn't ask God for the plan. He asked for His presence.
In this episode, I'm sharing what God taught me about His character, His compassion, grace, patience, love, faithfulness, and forgiveness. We'll talk about why understanding who God really is changes how we trust Him, especially when life feels uncertain.
Friend, you may not know what God is doing, but you can know who He is.
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Xo,
Donna
Key Takeaways:
4:27 - Seek God’s Presence, Not Just His Plan
9:22 - God Reveals His Glory Through His Character
10:37 - God’s Compassion Meets Us in Our Pain
14:29 - Trust God’s Faithfulness While You Wait
16:47 - Run to God With Confession
What We Talk About
- What Moses' conversation with God in Exodus 33 teaches us about seeking His presence
- Why we often want God's plan more than His presence
- How God reveals His glory through His character in Exodus 34
- What it really means that God is compassionate and gracious
- Why God's patience is different from human anger
- How God's love and faithfulness remain constant, even when we doubt
- The modern-day idols of comfort, control, and self-reliance
- Why God's forgiveness doesn't mean He overlooks sin
- How our understanding of God's character affects our ability to trust and love Him
- A simple way to share what God is teaching you with your family and friends
6 Truths About God's Character from Exodus 34
When God revealed Himself to Moses, He didn't simply demonstrate His power. He declared His character. These six truths remind us who God is and how He relates to us.
- God Is Compassionate
God sees your pain and cares about what you're experiencing. His compassion moves toward you, not away from you.
- God Is Gracious
You don't have to earn God's love or mercy. Even when you fall short, He offers forgiveness and the opportunity to begin again.
- God Is Slow to Anger
God isn't waiting for you to make a mistake so He can punish you. He is patient and gives you opportunities to turn back to Him.
- God Abounds in Love
God's love isn't limited or conditional on your performance. His love is part of who He is.
- God Is Faithful
Even when circumstances make you question what God is doing, His faithfulness remains unchanged. You can trust Him while you wait.
- God Is Forgiving and Just
God forgives wickedness, rebellion, and sin, but He doesn't excuse wrongdoing. We can approach Him with honest repentance, knowing He is both merciful and just.
A Practical Question to Ask Yourself:
Instead of asking, "God, what's your plan for my life?" try asking, "God, will you help me recognize your presence in my life today?"
And here's another question worth asking yourself and the people you love:
"What is God teaching me through His Word today?"
Don't just read Scripture to gain information. Allow it to change how you see God and how you live.
Donna’s Resources:
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If you need a helpful resource for someone exploring faith and Christianity or simply want to strengthen your own knowledge, you’ll want a copy of my book, Seek: A Woman’s Guide to Meeting God.
It’s a must for seekers, new believers, and those who want to deepen their faith.
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Donna is the author of three books, including Seek: A Woman’s Guide to Meeting God and Healthy Conflict, Peaceful Life. She’s written six Bible studies, four that deal with topics near to a woman’s heart: family, friendship, confidence, and contentment. Her works have been featured on Proverbs 31 Ministries, Focus on the Family, and Crosswalk. A national and international speaker, Donna has spoken to audiences in 28 states and on four continents and has been a guest on numerous podcasts and television shows.
Connect with Donna at www.donnajones.org, on Instagram @donnaajones or Facebook at Donna Jones, Speaker & Author.
