How does God's knowledge of Moab's "arrogance" influence our understanding of His omniscience? The Verse in Focus “ We have heard of Moab’s pride—how very proud he is—his loftiness, his pride, his arrogance, and the haughtiness of his heart.” (Jeremiah 48:29) Observations on God’s Perfect Knowledge • God states the condition of Moab’s heart in detail—“pride… loftiness… arrogance… haughtiness.” • The verbs are past-tense certainties, not guesses. He doesn’t discover these traits; He already knows them. • What is hidden from human view (the “heart”) is fully exposed to Him (1 Samuel 16:7; Psalm 139:1–4). What Moab’s Arrogance Teaches about Omniscience 1. Comprehensive Scope – God catalogues every layer of Moab’s sin, proving no attitude escapes His notice (Hebrews 4:13). 2. Moral Precision – Omniscience is not cold data collection; it is morally charged. He identifies arrogance as sin and condemns it (Proverbs 16:5). 3. Timeless Awareness – He speaks of Moab’s pride before final judgment falls (Jeremiah 48:42–44). God’s knowledge precedes, accompanies, and outlasts events. 4. Impartial Application – The same God who exposes Moab will expose Israel, Judah, and every nation (Amos 3:2). Omniscience applies universally. Implications for Believers Today • Hidden attitudes matter. If God tracked Moab’s inner arrogance, He knows ours (Psalm 19:12). • Confession must be honest. We cannot negotiate with the One who already holds the full record (1 John 1:9). • Comfort in righteousness. Just as God saw Moab’s pride, He also sees sincere humility and rewards it (Matthew 6:4). • Motivation for evangelism. God’s awareness of national sin became the basis for prophetic warning; believers likewise warn and plead (2 Corinthians 5:11). Key Takeaways • God’s omniscience is exhaustive, moral, and active. • The exposure of Moab’s arrogance demonstrates that no sin is too private for God to record and judge. • Trust the Lord who sees all; walk humbly before Him, knowing He discerns the heart. |
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