In what ways can we apply Moses' example of leadership in our lives today? Hearing God in the Midst of Pressure “Then the LORD said to Moses,” (Exodus 6:10) Moses stands in a swirl of discouragement: Israel’s burdens have worsened (6:6–9), Pharaoh’s heart is hard, and his own people doubt him. Yet the verse simply records that God speaks—and Moses listens. Leadership starts here. What Moses Models • Ready posture – Even after setbacks, Moses keeps listening for God’s next word. • Trust over turmoil – He lets God’s voice outweigh the noise of criticism and fear. • Obedient response – Whatever God says next (6:11), he will deliver without editing. Practical Take-Aways for Today • Maintain a listening ear – Carve out daily, distraction-free time in Scripture and prayer, expecting direction (John 10:27). • Let God’s Word reset your outlook – When pressures mount, return to promises like Joshua 1:9 to guard your perspective. • Move from hearing to doing – Apply prompting promptly; delayed obedience is disobedience (James 1:22). Facing Personal Limitations Moses had already protested, “I am slow of speech” (Exodus 4:10). Leadership does not wait for perfect skill; it relies on a perfect Sender. • Acknowledge weakness (2 Corinthians 12:9). • Depend on divine enablement—“I will help you speak and will teach you what to say” (Exodus 4:12). Leading Amid Opposition Israel questioned Moses (Exodus 5:21). Pharaoh resisted (Exodus 7:13). • Expect resistance; it does not invalidate the call. • Keep the mission clear—freedom for God’s people. • Let results belong to the Lord (1 Corinthians 3:7). Cultivating Courageous Consistency • Steady voice—Return repeatedly with God’s message (Exodus 7–11). • Steady walk—Stay aligned with God’s timing, not public opinion. • Steady heart—Anchor identity in God’s covenant, not in human approval (Galatians 1:10). Serving with Humility Numbers 12:3 calls Moses “very humble, more than any man on the face of the earth.” His authority never eclipsed his humility. • View leadership as stewardship (1 Peter 5:2-3). • Celebrate God’s victories, not personal accolades. • Lift others—delegate, mentor, stand in the gap in prayer (Exodus 17:9-13). Key Scriptures to Reinforce the Pattern • Psalm 32:8—“I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go.” • Isaiah 30:21—“Whether you turn to the right or to the left, your ears will hear a voice behind you, saying, ‘This is the way.’” • Hebrews 13:21—God “equip you with every good thing to do His will.” Stepping Forward Moses’ simple act of hearing and heeding in Exodus 6:10 shaped an entire nation’s future. Today, each believer can mirror that pattern: 1. Listen intentionally. 2. Believe steadfastly. 3. Obey immediately. 4. Lead humbly. 5. Persist courageously. God still speaks, still sends, and still frees. Our part is to respond like Moses—ears open, heart surrendered, feet moving. |
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