Topical Bible: Obedience: Moses

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Moses stands as a central figure in the narrative of obedience to God within the Bible. His life and actions provide a profound example of obedience, marked by both triumphs and challenges, as he led the Israelites from slavery in Egypt to the brink of the Promised Land.

Early Life and Calling

Moses' journey of obedience begins with his miraculous survival as an infant, when his mother placed him in a basket on the Nile River to save him from Pharaoh's decree to kill all Hebrew male infants (Exodus 2:1-10). Raised in Pharaoh's household, Moses later fled to Midian after killing an Egyptian who was beating a Hebrew slave (Exodus 2:11-15).

God called Moses to his mission through the burning bush, instructing him to return to Egypt and lead the Israelites out of bondage. Despite his initial reluctance and self-doubt, Moses obeyed God's command. "Now go! I will help you as you speak, and I will teach you what to say" (Exodus 4:12). This marked the beginning of Moses' role as a prophet and leader.

Confrontation with Pharaoh

Moses' obedience is further exemplified in his confrontations with Pharaoh. Despite Pharaoh's hardened heart and repeated refusals, Moses faithfully delivered God's messages and warnings, leading to the ten plagues that ultimately compelled Pharaoh to release the Israelites (Exodus 7-12). Moses' unwavering obedience in the face of adversity demonstrated his commitment to God's will.

The Exodus and the Law

Moses' leadership during the Exodus is a testament to his obedience. He guided the Israelites through the Red Sea, where God parted the waters, allowing them to escape the pursuing Egyptian army (Exodus 14:21-22). At Mount Sinai, Moses received the Ten Commandments and the Law, which he faithfully communicated to the people. "Then the LORD said to Moses, 'Write down these words, for in accordance with these words I have made a covenant with you and with Israel'" (Exodus 34:27).

Challenges and Failures

Despite his overall obedience, Moses' journey was not without failure. At Meribah, when the Israelites complained about the lack of water, Moses struck the rock twice instead of speaking to it as God had commanded. This act of disobedience resulted in God forbidding Moses from entering the Promised Land (Numbers 20:7-12). This incident highlights the importance of complete obedience to God's instructions.

Legacy of Obedience

Moses' life is a powerful example of obedience to God, characterized by his willingness to follow divine instructions despite personal cost and challenges. His leadership and faithfulness are celebrated throughout Scripture, and he is remembered as a servant of God who spoke with Him "face to face, as a man speaks with his friend" (Exodus 33:11).

Moses' legacy of obedience is foundational to the faith journey of the Israelites and serves as an enduring model for believers, illustrating the blessings and responsibilities that come with following God's commands.

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Numbers 27:12-22
And the LORD said to Moses, Get you up into this mount Abarim, and see the land which I have given to the children of Israel.
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Hebrews 3:2,3
Who was faithful to him that appointed him, as also Moses was faithful in all his house.
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For the Sake of a Nation.
... And so it was woven into the warp and woof of the nation"obedience, reverent obedience
to God. And one can well understand Moses looking down from above with ...
//christianbookshelf.org/gordon/quiet talks on prayer/for the sake of a.htm

The Call of Moses
... If he had any disposition to listen to the voice speaking through Moses, he would ...
will stretch out His hand, and that will suffice to compel obedience from the ...
/.../maclaren/expositions of holy scripture k/the call of moses.htm

If God Demands Obedience from Man, if He Formed Man, Called Him ...
... does indeed profit God nothing, nor has God need of human obedience; but He ... of kindness,
and every perfume of sweet-smelling savours, even before Moses existed ...
/.../irenaeus/against heresies/chapter xiv if god demands obedience.htm

Deuteronomy.
... Moses reminds Israel in Chapters 1-4, and find where in the previous books each
incident is recorded. (2) From Chapter 11 make a list of reasons for obedience, ...
/.../the way of salvation in the lutheran church/chapter v deuteronomy.htm

The Secret of True Obedience.
... is the joy of ever hearing the Father's voice that will give the joy and the strength
of true obedience. ... They asked Moses that God might no more speak to them. ...
/.../murray/the school of obedience/iii the secret of true.htm

Obedience: Its Place in Holy Scripture.
... Read Deuteronomy, with all Moses spoke in sight of the land, and you will ... word obey'
so frequently, or speaks so much of the blessing obedience will assuredly ...
/.../murray/the school of obedience/i obedience its place in.htm

Moses' Prayer to be Blotted Out of God's Book.
... "And Moses returned unto the ... Should we suppose it possible for God to issue the order,
obedience would be impossible, and equally to those of every character. ...
/.../lee/sermons on various important subjects/sermon vii moses prayer to.htm

Exodus
... After six days of preparation, Moses ascended the mountain in obedience to the voice
of Jehovah (xxiv.). [Footnote 1: This chapter is apparently misplaced. ...
//christianbookshelf.org/mcfadyen/introduction to the old testament/exodus.htm

"Destroyed for Lack of Knowledge"
... charged not to lose sight of the commandments of God, in obedience to which ... soul
diligently," had been the word of the Lord to them through Moses, "lest thou ...
/.../white/the story of prophets and kings/chapter 24 destroyed for lack.htm

Little Moses. Serve the Children First.
... The story of Moses teaches us that LITTLE FOLKS ARE VERY HELPLESS ... earn gold you will
not be rich enough to do that; but you can reward her by obedience, by love ...
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