Moses and Aaron's spiritual struggles in Exodus 6-7 provide valuable insights into how we should approach our own calling from God. Their story demonstrates that even those chosen by God face doubts, resistance, and moments of failure.
What Can We Learn from Moses and Aaron's Initial Failures?
At the beginning of this passage, Moses and Aaron were experiencing complete failure in their mission. Their attempts to follow God's calling had only made things worse. Yet God didn't abandon them - instead, He recommitted to working through them despite their age (Moses was 80 and Aaron was 83) and past failures.
How Does God Work Through Imperfect People?
The genealogy presented shows that God often works through unlikely candidates:
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He used second and third-born children rather than firstborns
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He chose people with checkered pasts
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He worked through those who felt inadequate and unqualified
What Role Does Obedience Play in God's Plan?
God's power was demonstrated through Moses and Aaron's obedience. While God had promised to free His people, He chose to work through human obedience rather than acting independently:
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Moses and Aaron had to take action despite their fears
- They had to follow specific instructions
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God's promises met their obedience to create change
How Should We View Resistance to God's Work?
The story of Pharaoh's hardened heart teaches us important lessons about resistance:
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Other people's stubbornness is not absolute - God remains in control
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Resistance can become an opportunity for God to demonstrate His power
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We should continue in obedience regardless of opposition
Life Application
This week, consider these challenging questions:
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What has God called you to do that you've been hesitating to pursue?
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Are you letting past failures or current resistance stop you from following God's leading?
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How might God want to demonstrate His power through your obedience?
Take action this week by:
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Identifying one area where God is calling you to step out in faith
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Taking a specific step of obedience, even if it seems small
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Trusting that God's power will meet your faithful action
Remember: God's promises and presence are meant to encourage us to take action, not become passive. He remains faithful to work through those who choose to obey His calling, regardless of their past failures or current limitations.