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Just as Moses was getting to know God, Moses was still in the process of becoming known to himself. Va-eira begins, “God spoke to Moses and said to him, ‘I am the Eternal. I appeared to Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob as El Shaddai, but I did not make Myself known to them by my name, YHVH ’” (Ex. 6:2-3).
- Shortness of Breath, Shortness of Spirit
What Rabbi Bassin describes so well as “shortness of...
- Why So Many Plagues
The Torah also shows that a broader reason for the plagues...
- Not One Remained
When Pharaoh begged for relief from these annoying...
- Sh'mot
1:1] These are the names of the sons of Israel who came to...
- Shortness of Breath, Shortness of Spirit
- Respect For God. Today’s reading is lengthy, but it is important to lay the foundation for God’s relationship with His people and the role He had for Moses.
- A Disobedient People. Beginning in Exodus 20, Moses is on Mount Sinai, where God lays out for Moses and Israel His laws that they are to follow. He begins with the Ten Commandments in chapter 20, and then covers the laws of the “book of the covenant” through chapter 23.
- The Response Of Moses. Moses had just left God on Mount Sinai after pleading with God not to destroy the people for their sin. Yet, when he came back to the camp and witnessed what was going on with his own eyes, it must have been difficult for Moses to see firsthand.
- God’s Presence. God punished the people for their sin (Ex 32:35), but as you read today’s passage, you will see that God was still upset with the people.
Jan 14, 2024 · By Amanda Williams Updated on January 14, 2024. The covenant between God and Moses is a pivotal moment in biblical history. It established Moses as the leader of the Israelites and set forth the laws and commandments that the Israelites were to follow. This covenant shaped the Israelite nation and still influences followers of God today.
- Who Was Moses?
- What Kind of Relationship Did Moses Have with God?
- The Legacy of Moses
- Continuing The Legacy of Moses
Moses is one of the most prominent figures in the Old Testament of the Bible. Scholars believe he lived during the 15th century BC.1 Best known for leading the Hebrew nation, or the Israelites, from Egypt to Canaan. Though he is also credited as the primary author of the first five books of the Bible,also called by the Jewish people as the Torah or...
Moses had a very close relationship with God—one that he developed over his lifetime as he learned to trust God more and to trust himself less. He had to let go of pride in his own ideas so that he could depend completely on God’s plan. The following are three facets of his relationship with God:
Moses left behind a great legacy for the nation of Israel by leading them to the Promised Land. But he also left us a legacy in the many lessons we can learn from his experiences and relationship with God. These lessons include: 1. God has a plan for our lives from the very start. 2. Delay and apparent failure aren’t necessarily the end of the stor...
After hearing of near-death scenarios, the parting of the Red Sea, and encounters with God, you may think that Moses’ experience is far from your day-to-day. Yet it’s not. He was a human being—just like any of us—who struggled with doubts, fears, and failure. If God could use him, then God can use us! The key is complete humility and trust in God. ...
Exodus 33:7-11. New American Bible (Revised Edition) Moses’ Intimacy with God. 7 Moses used to pitch a tent outside the camp at some distance. It was called the tent of meeting. Anyone who wished to consult the Lord would go to the tent of meeting outside the camp. 8 Whenever Moses went out to the tent, the people would all rise and stand at ...
Nov 17, 2023 · God Saw Moses’ Heart — the Heart of a Leader. Moses had a wonderful, multifaceted relationship with God that unfolded over time; but it was rocky in the beginning. One might even wonder why God didn’t choose Aaron, Moses’ older brother, to deliver Israel from Egypt instead. But no, He called Moses (Exodus 3:1-10).
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Moses' relationship with God through prayer is a profound exploration of intimacy, trust, and leadership. Through his prayers, Moses reveals not only the challenges of navigating human-divine dynamics but also the transformative power of sustained communication with the Almighty. Explore the profound dynamics of Moses' prayer life, revealing an ...