So be careful how you live. Don’t live like fools, but like those who are wise. Make the most of every opportunity in these evil days. Don’t act thoughtlessly, but understand what the Lord wants you to do. Ephesians 5:15-17, NLT
On the television program, Undercover Boss, a top-level executive would alter their appearance to immerse themselves in their company undetected, to learn more. While the chief executives had overall goals, they needed all parts of their organization to work together to achieve them. They wanted to be sure that employees on all levels understood the mission and purpose of the organization.
Pretending to be a new applicant, the disguised executive would ask questions to learn about the company. They would ask about the overall goals and whether this was clearly communicated and upheld all throughout the organization. Additionally, the executives would also spend time getting acquainted with staff, learning what their personal goals and intentions were as part of the organization. Why did this job matter to them.
The Urim and Thummim were placed on the shoulders of the High Priest and revealed God’s will to His people. It is essential for us to understand the work of Christ on our behalf and His will for our life today.
Jesus came to earth as a type of undercover boss. He altered His appearance and immersed Himself in our world to learn more. Disguising His glory, Jesus put on a costume of human flesh. His goal was our salvation. He wanted us to be sure of God’s love for us.
Jesus spent time asking questions and teaching those who were willing to learn. He also spent time getting to know people on a personal level. He learned what mattered most to them. Jesus also showed us what things are valuable to Him. He was always willing to meet needs. Especially if that fulfillment would help to strengthen a relationship with Him.
We no longer rely on the Urim and Thummim method to learn of God’s will. Jesus’ death on the cross gave us direct access to God. We see His will revealed throughout history and in the Bible. God’s will is for us to be saved.
We don’t have to live forever wondering why we’re here. God has a plan for us. To save us and to help share this good news and blessed hope with others. Anytime we’re unsure of how to serve Him, we can ask. We have access to Him at any time, through prayer. He always has time for us.
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This article is part of the Ten Days of Prayer 2018 series. Visit that page to find all the other articles in this series.
