How does Exodus 3-4 expand on Moses' calling in Psalm 105:26? Setting the Stage in Psalm 105:26 “He sent Moses His servant, and Aaron, whom He had chosen” (Psalm 105:26). Psalm 105 summarizes God’s faithfulness to Israel. In one brief line it states two massive truths: • God “sent” Moses—divine initiative. • Moses was God’s “servant”—divine purpose and authority. Exodus 3–4 unwraps that single sentence, showing us the who, what, where, when, and how behind Moses’ commissioning. The Divine Encounter at Horeb • Moses thinks he’s tending sheep; God is orchestrating destiny. • The burning bush grabs attention, but the voice identifies the Caller: “I am the God of your father…” (3:6). • Psalm 105:26’s “He sent” is rooted in a real-time meeting with the living God. God’s Five-Part Call (Exodus 3:7–10) 1. “I have surely seen the affliction…” (v. 7) – God’s compassion. 2. “I have come down to deliver them” (v. 8) – God’s plan. 3. “To bring them up… to a land flowing with milk and honey” (v. 8) – God’s promise. 4. “The cry… has reached Me” (v. 9) – God’s response to prayer. 5. “So now, go! I am sending you to Pharaoh” (v. 10) – God’s commission that Psalm 105 celebrates. Human Reluctance Meets Divine Assurance Exodus 3:11–12 " 4:1–17 • Moses raises four objections; God answers each with Himself. – “Who am I?” → “I will surely be with you” (3:11–12). – “What is His name?” → “I AM WHO I AM” (3:13–14). – “They will not believe me” → miraculous signs (4:1–9). – “I am slow of speech” → divine enablement and Aaron’s partnership (4:10–17). • Psalm 105:26 condenses this into “Aaron, whom He had chosen,” revealing God’s patience and provision for human weakness. Confirming Signs and Wonders • Staff to serpent, hand turned leprous, water to blood—foretastes of the plagues. • These signs validate that Moses really is the “servant” God “sent” (Psalm 105:26). • John 20:31 reminds us that signs foster belief; Exodus shows that principle in action. From Midian to Egypt: Obedient Steps • Moses asks Jethro’s permission—respect for earthly authority. • God reiterates the mission: confront Pharaoh, perform wonders, proclaim “Israel is My firstborn son.” • Psalm 105:26’s “He sent” implies movement; Exodus records the actual journey. The Bloody Bridegroom Episode • A shocking moment underscores covenant obedience. • The servant God “sent” must walk in covenant faithfulness; so must his household (cf. Genesis 17:9-14). Reunion With Aaron • “Go into the wilderness to meet Moses.” God coordinates timing before either brother knows the other’s whereabouts. • Together they gather Israel’s elders. Worship erupts when the people hear “that the LORD had visited the children of Israel” (4:31). • Psalm 133:1 foreshadows the power of brothers in unity; here it begins with Moses and Aaron. Threads That Tie Psalm 105:26 and Exodus 3–4 Together • Divine Initiative: God acts first—He “sent” (Psalm 105:26) and “appeared” (Exodus 3:2). • Servant Identity: Moses is repeatedly called “My servant” (Exodus 14:31; Numbers 12:7) fulfilling the Psalm’s title. • Chosen Partnership: Aaron’s inclusion shows God’s sovereign choice and accommodation to human need. • Assurance of Presence: “I will be with you” (Exodus 3:12) is the engine behind the sending. • Purposeful Signs: Miracles authenticate the messenger, turning Psalm 105’s summary into living history. Why It Matters Today • God still initiates—Ephesians 2:10 says He prepared good works in advance for us. • Feel inadequate? Moses was too. God’s sufficiency overrides human insufficiency (2 Corinthians 3:5). • Covenant obedience remains essential—Luke 6:46: “Why do you call Me ‘Lord, Lord,’ and not do what I say?” • God equips communities, not solo heroes—1 Cor 12:18: He places each part as He wills, just as He placed Aaron alongside Moses. Exodus 3–4 turns the single line of Psalm 105:26 into a vivid narrative, showing how the God who calls is also the God who equips, accompanies, and accomplishes His purposes through flawed but willing servants. |
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