November 26, 2022

Passage Read: Exodus 3-6
Meditation Verse: 6:12

Thought

Moses was more concerned about his own speaking ability. He didn't realize all the Lord had planned, especially His mighty works that would compel Pharaoh to let Israel go. He thought it depended on him, but it actually depended on the Lord. Moses was supposed to give warning and make announcements, but God would make the people do as He desired. Pharaoh would release the Israelites, and he would do so exactly when God was ready for him to do so.

Application

So when I speak God's words, I don't need to worry about my ability to speak. Rather, I need to be concerned that I accurately convey the heart and will of God, and trust that He will do the work He desires to do in the hearts of those who hear me. It's okay that I'm not a great speaker, what matters is the power of the Lord working in the hearts and lives of the people I speak to. He will accomplish His will, and it won't actually depend on me, but He gives me a part as a messenger, one who warns, one who calls for faith, trust and obedience, but not one who changes people.