The places mentioned in the Bible are intriguing, especially when a place is repeated. Let’s recall what happened on these familiar mountains.
The name Mount Moriah may not be that familiar but you may recognize what happened there. Mount Moriah is where Abraham went to sacrifice his only son, Isaac. However, the promised son was saved by God providing a ram (Genesis 22:1-19). It is also the site where Solomon built the Temple (2 Chronicles 3:1). Today, we know Mount Moriah as the Temple Mount.
Mount Horeb is also referred to as Mount Sinai, the mountain of God. What is significant about this place? Two crucial events. Moses encountered God at the burning bush (Exodus 3:1-6). Years later, Moses met with God when receiving the Ten Commandments.
Another notable mountain is the Mount of Olives. The Lord often went to this mountain to pray with His Father. This prayer sanctuary on the Mount of Olives is the Garden of Gethsemane where Jesus willingly submitted to the Father and where Judas betrayed Him (Matthew 26:36-49, John 18:1-11). Upon this mountain is where Christ ascended into heaven after His resurrection and where He will one day return (Zechariah 14:4; Acts 1:11-12).
What do these places have in common? These places demonstrate fellowship or connection with God. Abraham learned that God is the Provider on Mount Moriah. Moses learned that God desires a relationship with people. Jesus demonstrated the importance of dependence on and trust in God.
We do not need a physical mountain to have fellowship with God. Jesus’ death and resurrection provided us a way that we can speak with Him 24/7, at any time. He is always available and desires relationship with each one of us.
Faith Connections Challenge: Micah 4:2 tells us that when we fellowship with God, He teaches us how to live and tell others the good news about Jesus. A classic Amy Grant song is “Mountain Top,” which summarizes the blessings of fellowship with the Lord.
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