Dear Family,
Today is Sabbath, May, 7, 2022, Day 7 of Week 3. This is the 21st Day of Count to Pentecost.
God has recorded such wonderful examples of faith in the outstanding leaders He has described in His Holy Bible. Moses, of course, stands out in many ways as an excellent leader. There is much to learn from analyzing the leadership qualities God created and successfully used in Moses.
Looking at Moses simply as a man, most of us would conclude that he appeared to be quite a capable leader. However, when we really examine what the Holy Bible says about Moses, we find that the true strength and capacities of his leadership were tied directly to God, and to God’s gifts. Moses’ defining characteristic seems to be his demonstrated faith. And, that faith itself was a gift from God. Paul tells us faith is a gift in Ephesians 2:8-9.
God gave Moses a fantastic example of faith in his own parents’ choice to save Moses’ life.
Hebrews 11:23 By faith Moses, when he was born, was hid three months of his parents, because they saw he was a proper child; and they were not afraid of the king’s commandment.
And, Moses demonstrated faith when he left Egypt and refused to be an Egyptian prince.
Hebrews 11:24,27 (24) By faith Moses, when he was come to years, refused to be called the son of Pharaoh’s daughter; (27) By faith he forsook Egypt, not fearing the wrath of the king: for he endured, as seeing him who is invisible.
Moses was willing to suffer in this life because he treasured what he knew would come in the future. He realized the true riches.
Hebrews 11:25-26 (25) Choosing rather to suffer affliction with the people of God, than to enjoy the pleasures of sin for a season; (26) Esteeming the reproach of Christ greater riches than the treasures in Egypt: for he had respect unto the recompence of the reward.
Although Moses expressed some feelings of inadequacy and insufficiency, we know he went on to fulfill God’s commission and His will. Additionally, Moses persevered even though he was frequently criticized and threatened by the people he led at God’s direction. He knew God was the Supplier and was obedient except for one instance when he struck the rock. He willingly took good advice and delegated authority to capable others. He identified with God’s people and felt constrained to be a protector even before God gave him the responsibility. Looking carefully at Moses’ style of leadership, we find that he never lorded it over the people. He faithfully passed God’s Word on to the people. And, he was an intercessor for individuals and the entire nation on a number of occasions. No wonder, God confirms Moses’ faithfulness.
Hebrews 3:5 And Moses verily was faithful in all his house, as a servant, for a testimony of those things which were to be spoken after
Ben Faulkner, Pastor
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