Exodus, 3
1. 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.
1. 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.
Chapter 3 of the book of Exodus tells the story of Moses being called by God to free the people of Israel from slavery in Egypt. God appears to Moses in a flame of fire in a burning bush and gives him the task of leading his people out of Egypt. Moses initially resists, but God guarantees him that he will be with him in his mission. Next, five verses related to the topics addressed in Exodus 3:
Deuteronomy 31:6: "Be strong and courageous, do not fear, nor be amazed before them; for the Lord your God is with you, He will not leave you, nor will it forsake." This verse shows how God assured Moses that he would be with Him in his mission, and that He should not be afraid or despair, for God would always be present to help him.
Psalm 68:5: "Father of the orphans and judge of widows is God in their holy place." This verse highlights the importance of God as a righteous and defender judge of those who are marginalized and oppressed, which is relevant to the liberation of the people of Israel from slavery in Egypt.
Isaiah 41:10: "Do not fear, because I am with you; do not haunt yourself, because I am your God; I strengthen you, and help you, and I support you with my faithful right hand." This verse is similar to that of Deuteronomy 31:6, showing how God is faithful and will always be present to help those who trust in Him.
Jeremiah 1:8: "Do not fear before them; for I am with you to deliver you, says the Lord." Once again, this verse emphasizes God's presence as a protector and liberator, especially when their followers are confronted with powerful enemies.
1 Peter 5:7: "By casting upon him all your anxiety, because he takes care of you." This verse highlights the importance of trusting God and delivering our concerns and fears to Him, instead of trying to deal with them alone. This is relevant to Chapter 3 of Exodus, for Moses initially resists God's call because of his own fears and insecurities.
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