What can we learn from Moses' reaction to the "sight" in our faith? The Scene Moses Saw Acts 7:31: “When Moses saw it, he marveled at the sight. And as he approached to look more closely, the voice of the Lord came to him.” (See also Exodus 3:3–4 for the original event.) What Moses Did—and Why It Matters • He paused: instead of hurrying past, he “marveled.” • He drew near: curiosity led him to “approach to look more closely.” • He heard God: only after stepping toward the miracle did “the voice of the Lord” speak. Lessons for Our Faith • Stop and take notice – God often uses unexpected moments to get our attention (Psalm 46:10). – Faith grows when we refuse to treat divine interruptions as coincidences. • Cultivate holy curiosity – Like Moses, we move from wonder to worship by investigating God’s works (Psalm 111:2). – A questioning heart can become a listening heart. • Approach with reverent awe – God’s presence is glorious and sometimes alarming (Hebrews 12:28-29). – Awe guards us from casual, self-centered religion. • Listen for His voice – “My sheep listen to My voice” (John 10:27). – Scripture, preached truth, and the Spirit’s prompting all flow from the same Lord who spoke from the bush. • Obey what you hear – Moses’ next steps—removing sandals, accepting his call—show that revelation demands response (James 1:22). – Faith that hears without acting soon withers (Luke 8:18). • Expect transformation – Moses left the bush forever changed; so do we when we behold the Lord (2 Corinthians 3:18). – God’s call shifts our identity from wanderers to servants on mission (Romans 12:1-2). Supporting Scriptures • Psalm 46:10: “Be still and know that I am God.” • Hebrews 12:28-29: “Let us offer to God acceptable worship, with reverence and awe, for our God is a consuming fire.” • John 10:27: “My sheep listen to My voice; I know them, and they follow Me.” • 2 Corinthians 3:18: “We all, who with unveiled faces contemplate the glory of the Lord, are being transformed into His image.” Living It Out • Give God your attention; put down distractions when the Spirit nudges. • Draw near in reverence, not merely curiosity—He is holy. • Listen and obey promptly; delayed obedience often becomes disobedience. • Anticipate that every genuine encounter with God will redirect your life for His glory. |
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