March 27

As Moses’ life comes to an end in Deuteronomy 32-34, we see a man who has faithfully followed God, yet is not permitted to enter the Promised Land. Even so, Moses blesses Israel and acknowledges God’s sovereignty:  

"The eternal God is your refuge, and underneath are the everlasting arms." (Deuteronomy 33:27)  

Moses teaches us that even when God’s plans don’t unfold as we expect, He remains our refuge. His ways are higher, and His promises never fail.  

In Psalm 13, David cries out in distress, feeling abandoned by God:  

"How long, Lord? Will you forget me forever?" (Psalm 13:1)  

Yet by the end of the psalm, David declares, “But I trust in your unfailing love” (v.5). This shift from despair to trust reminds us that even in seasons of waiting or uncertainty, God’s love is steadfast.  

In Luke 13, Jesus calls people to repentance and warns against spiritual complacency. He urges His followers to see beyond the present and recognize the urgency of living for God. He also compares the kingdom of God to a mustard seed and yeast—small things that grow into something great.  

Together, these passages teach us that:  

1. God’s plan is bigger than our understanding (Deuteronomy 32-34).  
2. Even in waiting, we can trust His unfailing love (Psalm 13).  
3. Spiritual growth starts small but leads to great transformation (Luke 13).  

Like Moses, David, and the people Jesus addressed, we are called to trust in God’s plan, even when the journey looks different than expected.  

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