What does "Moses himself was highly regarded" teach about godly leadership qualities? Setting the Scene “ And the LORD gave the people favor in the sight of the Egyptians. Moreover, Moses himself was highly regarded in the land of Egypt by Pharaoh’s officials and by the people.” (Exodus 11:3) Why Moses Was So Highly Regarded • Divine favor came first. God “gave the people favor,” and that included their leader (Exodus 11:3). • Moses consistently obeyed the LORD’s commands (Exodus 7–11). • His integrity and courage were evident as he confronted Pharaoh repeatedly (Exodus 5:1; 7:10). • Humility marked his life—“Moses was a very humble man, more so than any man on the face of the earth” (Numbers 12:3). • He depended on God rather than natural eloquence (Exodus 4:10–12). • Faithfulness over decades built credibility (Hebrews 3:5). Godly Leadership Qualities Highlighted • Reliance on God’s favor – Leadership influence begins with God’s work in and through a person (Proverbs 21:1). • Obedient courage – Moses spoke truth to power without wavering (Hebrews 11:27). • Integrity that earns respect – Walking blamelessly fosters trust (Psalm 101:2). • Humility that welcomes correction – He quickly heeded Jethro’s counsel (Exodus 18:24). • Persevering faith – Forty years in Midian prepared him to lead Israel forty years in the wilderness (Deuteronomy 34:7). • Servant-hearted advocacy – He interceded for the people even after their rebellion (Exodus 32:30–32). Why These Qualities Still Matter • People notice leaders who won’t compromise integrity. • Humility keeps authority from turning into arrogance (1 Peter 5:5–6). • Courageous obedience emboldens others to follow God’s direction. • Faithfulness over time forges a reputation that even opponents respect (Daniel 6:4). Putting It Into Practice • Seek God’s favor first; no strategy replaces His blessing (Psalm 127:1). • Practice humility—listen more, boast less. • Choose obedience when it is costly; courage grows with every step of faith. • Guard integrity in private and public; reputation flows from character. • Intercede for those you lead; a servant’s heart wins lasting respect. |
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