How can we trust God's signs in our lives as Moses did? Setting the Scene in Exodus 4:9 “ ‘But if they do not believe even these two signs or listen to your voice, take some water from the Nile and pour it on the dry ground; and the water you take from the river will become blood on the ground.’ ” • God had already given Moses two miraculous signs (staff-to-serpent and leprous hand). • A third sign—water turned to blood—would silence every remaining doubt in Israel and in Pharaoh’s court. • The Lord initiated, defined, and empowered each sign; Moses’ role was simply to obey. Recognizing the Purpose of Signs • Confirmation of God’s Word: Signs accompany truth, never replace it (Mark 16:20; John 20:30-31). • Revelation of God’s Power: They expose idols and human pride (Exodus 12:12). • Invitation to Obedience: Each sign demands a faith-action (Exodus 4:20; James 2:17). • Assurance of God’s Presence: “I will be with you” (Exodus 3:12) frames every sign. Lessons for Trusting God’s Signs Today • Scripture First: God’s present-day indicators will never contradict His written Word (Psalm 119:89; 2 Timothy 3:16-17). • Confirmed, Not Contrived: Like Moses’ threefold witness, God often repeats or deepens a message for clarity (Genesis 41:32; 2 Corinthians 13:1). • Faith Over Fleeces: Gideon received signs in mercy, yet the call was still to believe (Judges 6:36-40; Hebrews 11:6). • Obedience Unlocks Understanding: Moses learned more after stepping back into Egypt than while debating at Sinai (Exodus 5–6). • Christ Is the Supreme Sign: His resurrection secures every promise (Matthew 12:39-40; Romans 8:32). Practical Steps to Discern and Respond 1. Immerse in the Word—know God’s voice before seeking His signals (John 10:27). 2. Pray for Wisdom—ask, expecting clarity (James 1:5). 3. Evaluate Motives—are you seeking God’s glory or personal comfort? (Colossians 3:17). 4. Seek Godly Counsel—wise believers help test impressions (Proverbs 11:14). 5. Look for Providential Alignment—open doors, timing, resources (Revelation 3:8). 6. Obey the Next Step—faith grows by doing, not by waiting for absolute certainty (Proverbs 3:5-6). 7. Record and Remember—like Israel kept memorials, note God’s confirmations for future battles (Joshua 4:7). Encouraging Examples Beyond Moses • Gideon’s victory after the fleece (Judges 7). • Elijah’s fire on Mount Carmel (1 Kings 18:36-39). • Hezekiah’s shadow moving backward (2 Kings 20:8-11). • Daniel interpreting Nebuchadnezzar’s dream (Daniel 2:27-28). • Jesus’ many post-resurrection appearances (Acts 1:3). • The Spirit’s inner witness guiding Philip to the Ethiopian (Acts 8:29). Concluding Assurance The God who turned Nile water into blood has not changed (Hebrews 13:8). His signs—whether miraculous interventions, quiet providences, or the inner testimony of the Spirit—are trustworthy because His character is trustworthy. Ground yourself in His unchanging Word, stay attentive to His leading, and step forward with the same confidence Moses found at the burning bush: the One who commands is the One who confirms. |
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