How can we strengthen our belief in both Moses and Jesus today? Rooted in John 5:47 “ But if you do not believe what he wrote, how will you believe what I say?” Jesus links confidence in Moses with confidence in Himself. Strengthening one reinforces the other. Moses’ Witness Still Speaks • Moses wrote of creation, covenant, deliverance, worship, and coming redemption (Genesis–Deuteronomy). • Jesus affirms every line as trustworthy history (Luke 24:27; Matthew 19:4-5). • Believing Moses means taking those accounts as factual—firm ground for trusting the Savior who fulfills them. Seeing Jesus in Moses’ Books Look for patterns that point ahead: 1. The Passover lamb (Exodus 12) → “Christ our Passover lamb has been sacrificed” (1 Corinthians 5:7). 2. The bronze serpent lifted up (Numbers 21:9) → “So the Son of Man must be lifted up” (John 3:14). 3. The Prophet like Moses promised (Deuteronomy 18:15-18) → Peter applies this to Jesus (Acts 3:22-23). Recognizing these connections tightens our grip on both Testaments. Practical Ways to Strengthen Belief • Daily reading plan that pairs Pentateuch passages with Gospel texts. • Mark cross-references in your Bible to trace fulfillments. • Memorize key verses—start with Deuteronomy 18:18 and John 5:46-47. • Discuss discoveries with fellow believers; shared insight solidifies conviction. • Visit trustworthy resources that highlight archaeological confirmations of Exodus events and New Testament locations. Standing on Scripture’s Unified Authority “ All Scripture is God-breathed ” (2 Timothy 3:16). The same breath spoke through Moses and through the Word made flesh. Embracing that unity steadies faith today and readies us to echo Jesus’ confidence: when Moses is believed, Jesus is believed, and our hearts rest secure in both. |
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