What does Exodus 3:13 teach about addressing doubts in spiritual leadership? Scripture Focus “Then Moses said to God, ‘Suppose I go to the Israelites and say to them, “The God of your fathers has sent me to you,” and they ask me, “What is His name?” Then what shall I tell them?’” (Exodus 3:13) What We See in Moses’ Question • A real, honest doubt: “What will I say?” • Concern for credibility: he anticipates the people’s objections before they arise. • Dependence on God for the answer, not on his own ingenuity. Why This Matters for Leaders Today • Doubt is not rebellion when it drives us toward God for clarity. • Anticipating questions is part of responsible leadership. • Authority rests in God’s revealed identity, not in the leader’s charisma. Lessons on Addressing Doubts 1. Bring uncertainties directly to the Lord. 2. Seek —and wait for—God’s specific word (Genesis 15:2; Jeremiah 1:6-9). 3. Anchor confidence in who God is, not in personal qualifications (2 Corinthians 3:4-5). 4. Communicate God’s truth clearly to those you lead. 5. Let God’s answers define both mission and message (Exodus 3:14-15). Practical Steps for Modern Leadership • Write out anticipated questions from those you serve. • Search Scripture for God’s explicit answers (James 1:5). • Speak those answers, verbatim when possible, to your audience. • Rehearse God’s past faithfulness; it strengthens present resolve (Psalm 77:11-12). Supporting Passages • Judges 6:15-16 — Gideon voices doubt; God answers with His presence. • Jeremiah 1:6-8 — The prophet’s fear countered by God’s call and promise. • Matthew 28:18-20 — Jesus’ authority validates the Great Commission. • 2 Corinthians 12:9 — God’s grace is sufficient when human strength feels inadequate. Takeaway Exodus 3:13 shows that faithful leaders acknowledge their doubts, bring them to the Lord, and receive from Him both the message and the authority to move forward. |
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