The Innocent Longing and Meddlesome Obsessing of Moses | Dan De Leon | Nineteenth Sunday after Pentecost (2014)

The Rev. Dr. Dan De Leon, our Senior Pastor, delivers a message reflecting on Exodus 33:12-23, titled “The Innocent Longing and Meddlesome Obsessing of Moses" on the Nineteenth Sunday after Pentecost.

 

A brief synopsis:

Rev. Dr. De Leon reflects on Moses' childlike longing to understand God's ways, emphasizing that as adults, we often share this desire for certainty but must ultimately trust in God's mystery. He draws parallels between Moses and the innocence of children, highlighting how children look up to adults and long to learn from them, and reminds us that we all have an inner child who seeks approval and guidance. The core message is that love is the most important lesson—it's how we reflect God's ways in the world, teaching both ourselves and others through action rather than seeking absolute knowledge.

 

Welcome to an archival episode, as we have recorded sermons that predate our podcast's production! Please enjoy this sermon originally preached in 2014.

 

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