Revelation: God Reveals Himself to Moses
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The revelation of God to Moses is a pivotal event in the biblical narrative, marking a profound moment of divine self-disclosure and commissioning. This encounter is primarily recorded in the Book of Exodus, where God reveals His name, character, and covenantal purposes to Moses, setting the stage for the deliverance of the Israelites from Egyptian bondage.

The Burning Bush (Exodus 3:1-6):
Moses' encounter with God begins in the wilderness of Horeb, where he tends the flock of his father-in-law, Jethro. It is here that Moses witnesses a miraculous sight: a bush that burns with fire yet is not consumed. This theophany captures Moses' attention, and as he approaches, God calls to him from the midst of the bush, saying, "Moses, Moses!" (Exodus 3:4). God instructs Moses to remove his sandals, for the place where he stands is holy ground. This moment signifies the sanctity of God's presence and the beginning of a divine revelation.

The Divine Name (Exodus 3:13-15):
In response to Moses' inquiry about God's name, God reveals Himself as "I AM WHO I AM" (Exodus 3:14). This self-identification, rendered in Hebrew as "Ehyeh-Asher-Ehyeh," conveys God's eternal, self-existent nature. God further instructs Moses to tell the Israelites that "I AM has sent me to you" (Exodus 3:14). This revelation of the divine name, YHWH, underscores God's unchanging and faithful character, serving as a foundation for His covenantal relationship with Israel.

The Commissioning of Moses (Exodus 3:7-10):
God reveals His compassionate awareness of the suffering of the Israelites in Egypt and declares His intention to deliver them from bondage. He commissions Moses to be His chosen instrument for this task, saying, "I am sending you to Pharaoh to bring My people the Israelites out of Egypt" (Exodus 3:10). This divine mandate establishes Moses as a prophet and leader, tasked with confronting Pharaoh and leading the Israelites to freedom.

The Signs and Wonders (Exodus 4:1-9):
To bolster Moses' confidence and authenticate his mission, God provides him with signs and wonders. These include the transformation of Moses' staff into a serpent, the affliction and healing of his hand with leprosy, and the turning of water from the Nile into blood. These miraculous signs serve to demonstrate God's power and authority, assuring Moses and the Israelites of His presence and support.

The Covenant at Sinai (Exodus 19-20):
Following the exodus from Egypt, God further reveals Himself to Moses and the Israelites at Mount Sinai. Here, God establishes a covenant with His people, giving them the Ten Commandments and other laws that define their relationship with Him and with one another. The revelation at Sinai is accompanied by awe-inspiring phenomena—thunder, lightning, and the sound of a trumpet—emphasizing the holiness and majesty of God.

The Glory of God (Exodus 33:18-23; 34:5-7):
Moses' desire to see God's glory leads to another profound revelation. God agrees to pass by Moses, covering him with His hand as He proclaims His name and attributes. God declares, "The LORD, the LORD God, compassionate and gracious, slow to anger, abounding in loving devotion and truth" (Exodus 34:6). This revelation highlights God's merciful and just nature, reinforcing His covenantal faithfulness.

The revelation of God to Moses is a foundational event that shapes the identity and faith of the Israelite nation. Through these encounters, God reveals His name, character, and redemptive purposes, establishing a covenantal relationship with His people and foreshadowing the ultimate revelation of God in Jesus Christ.
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Exodus 3:1-6,14
Now Moses kept the flock of Jethro his father in law, the priest of Midian: and he led the flock to the backside of the desert, and came to the mountain of God, even to Horeb.
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Exodus 6:1-3
Then the LORD said to Moses, Now shall you see what I will do to Pharaoh: for with a strong hand shall he let them go, and with a strong hand shall he drive them out of his land.
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The Call of Moses
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