Topical Bible: Love to Man: Moses

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Moses, a central figure in the Old Testament, is renowned not only for his leadership and prophetic role but also for his profound love and dedication to the people of Israel. His life and actions exemplify a deep commitment to the welfare of others, often at great personal cost.

Intercession and Advocacy

One of the most striking demonstrations of Moses' love for the Israelites is his role as an intercessor. On multiple occasions, Moses pleads with God on behalf of the people, even when they have sinned grievously. In Exodus 32, after the Israelites create and worship the golden calf, God's anger is kindled against them. Moses, however, intercedes, saying, "But now, please forgive their sin; but if not, then blot me out of the book you have written" (Exodus 32:32). This self-sacrificial plea highlights Moses' willingness to bear the consequences of the people's sin, reflecting a Christ-like love and devotion.

Leadership and Sacrifice

Moses' leadership is marked by a continuous sacrifice for the sake of the Israelites. Despite their frequent complaints and rebellions, Moses remains steadfast in guiding them through the wilderness. Numbers 11:11-15 records Moses' heartfelt lament to God about the burden of leading the people, yet he continues to serve them faithfully. His willingness to endure personal hardship for the benefit of the nation underscores his deep love and commitment.

Teaching and Guidance

Moses' love for the Israelites is also evident in his role as a teacher and lawgiver. He receives the Law from God and diligently instructs the people in its statutes and commandments. Deuteronomy 6:1-3 emphasizes the importance of these teachings for the well-being of the nation: "These are the commandments and statutes and ordinances that the LORD your God has instructed me to teach you to follow in the land that you are about to enter and possess" . Moses' dedication to imparting God's law reflects his desire for the people to live in accordance with God's will, ensuring their prosperity and blessing.

Patience and Perseverance

Throughout the forty years in the wilderness, Moses exhibits remarkable patience and perseverance. Despite the Israelites' repeated disobedience and lack of faith, Moses continues to lead them towards the Promised Land. His endurance in the face of adversity is a testament to his unwavering love for the people. In Numbers 14:19, Moses again intercedes for the people, asking God to pardon their iniquity: "Pardon, I pray, the iniquity of this people according to the greatness of Your loving devotion, just as You have forgiven them from Egypt until now" .

Legacy of Love

Moses' love for the Israelites is ultimately reflected in his legacy. He is remembered as a servant of God who put the needs of the people above his own. His life serves as an enduring example of selfless love and dedication to others, rooted in a deep relationship with God. Moses' actions and character continue to inspire believers to love and serve others with the same fervor and commitment.

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Hebrews 11:25
Choosing rather to suffer affliction with the people of God, than to enjoy the pleasures of sin for a season;
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God's Love for Man
... The Lord passed before Moses, and proclaimed, "The Lord, The Lord God, merciful
and ... made in order to create in the Father's heart a love for man, not to ...
//christianbookshelf.org/white/steps to christ/chapter 1 gods love for.htm

'The Love of Thine Espousals'
... THE BOOK OF EXODUS 'THE LOVE OF THINE ESPOUSALS'. ... ye all of it.' The blood which
Moses sprinkled gave ritual cleansing, but it remained outside the man. ...
/.../maclaren/expositions of holy scripture k/the love of thine espousals.htm

The Swift Decay of Love
... The suddenness of Moses' reappearance, the very audacity of ... One man, with God at
his back, is always ... believeth.' Consecrated daring, animated by love and fed ...
/.../maclaren/expositions of holy scripture k/the swift decay of love.htm

It Clearly Appears that There was but one Author of Both the Old ...
... to observe from the law, was contrary to the law given by Moses. ... that without love
all are hollow and vain; moreover, that love makes man perfect; and ...
/.../irenaeus/against heresies/chapter xii it clearly appears that.htm

Perfect Righteousness was Conferred Neither by Circumcision nor by ...
... stand in need of man's love. For the glory of God was wanting to man, which he could
obtain in no other way than by serving God. And therefore Moses says to ...
/.../irenaeus/against heresies/chapter xvi perfect righteousness was conferred.htm

What did Moses Write?
... The Mosaic law commanded Jews to love their neighbors, members of their own tribe ...
that Moses wrote the words in Exodus 11:3: "Moreover the man Moses was very ...
/.../gladden/who wrote the bible/chapter ii what did moses.htm

Fellow-Followers
... have brought everything at our disposal to bear on doing His will of love. ... In a sore
crisis of that plan, long after, another man's name, Moses, is known ...
/.../gordon/quiet talks on following the christ/fellow-followers.htm

"That those Grievously Sin who Despise or Neglect God's Gracious ...
... of Moses, they learned by experience, though late, that they could not be saved
otherwise than by believing on Jesus. But the Lord, in His love to man, invites ...
/.../clement/exhortation to the heathen/chapter ix that those grievously sin.htm

The Decalogue: ii. --Man and Man
... had made religion a department of virtue, Moses made virtue ... the first commandment,
and suggests that man's life is ... to which, hatred is murder, and love is the ...
/.../maclaren/expositions of holy scripture k/the decalogue ii man and man.htm

The Work of Grace a Unit.
... in the ark; while Abraham was called, and Moses talked with ... Hence in the constraining
desire of divine love for the ... But as "no man cometh to the Father but by ...
/.../kuyper/the work of the holy spirit/ii the work of grace.htm