How can we apply the lesson of faith from Exodus 4:7 in daily challenges? Setting the Scene God meets Moses in the wilderness with unmistakable signs, one of which centers on Moses’ own hand. By turning a healthy hand leprous and then restoring it, the LORD demonstrates His absolute power and His care for His servant’s faith. Verse Focus – Exodus 4:7 “‘Put your hand back into your bosom,’ He said. So Moses put his hand back into his bosom, and when he withdrew it, it was restored, like the rest of his flesh.” Key Insights on Faith • Faith is reinforced by firsthand experience of God’s power. • God often asks us to act (“Put your hand back…”) before we see the outcome. • Restoration follows obedience; God’s miracles are never random but purposeful. • The sign was private—just Moses and God—showing that faith is developed in personal moments before it is displayed in public ministry. Scripture Links • Hebrews 11:1 – “Now faith is the assurance of what we hope for and the certainty of what we do not see.” • 2 Corinthians 5:7 – “For we walk by faith, not by sight.” • Isaiah 41:10 – “Do not fear, for I am with you; do not be afraid, for I am your God.” • Mark 11:22 – “Have faith in God,” Jesus answered. Bringing It Home – Applying the Lesson in Daily Challenges • Start with obedience, even in ordinary tasks. – Like Moses slipping his hand inside his cloak, our simple yes to God opens the door to His power. • Trust God with the unseen process. – You may not witness every step, but He is working invisibly yet decisively. • Expect restoration where obedience meets God’s command. – Broken relationships, dwindling resources, or declining health can all be “hands” God restores in His time. • Remember that personal faith precedes public impact. – Before Moses stood before Pharaoh, he first stood alone before God. Cultivate private faith moments. Everyday Scenarios • Workplace Uncertainty – Obey God’s call to integrity even when promotions seem elusive. He can restore what appears “leprous” in your career. • Family Tensions – Respond with grace instead of retaliation, trusting God to restore unity. • Financial Shortfalls – Continue giving and stewarding faithfully; believe He can replenish what seems depleted. • Health Fears – Follow godly counsel and prayer, confident that the One who healed Moses’ hand still heals today. Encouragement for the Week Keep slipping your “hand” of obedience into the cloak of God’s promise. What emerges may surprise you, but it will always testify that “the LORD, He is God” (1 Kings 18:39). |
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