Exodus 3:4 "So when the LORD saw that he turned aside to look, God called to him from the midst of the bush and said, "Moses, Moses!" And he said, "Here I am.""

God got his attention (Exodus 3:2-4 ). The flame of fire symbolised God's presence (Hebrews 12:29 ). It is an awesome God who calls and sends. The God who calls is the God of the supernatural. "the bush was not consumed" (Exodus 3:2 ).

The God of revelation called (Exodus 3:5-8).

• Revelation of God's character (Exodus 3:6 ).
• Revelation of God's compassion (Exodus 3:7 ).
• Revelation of God's purpose (Exodus 3:8 ), "Deliver."
• Revelation of God's commission (Exodus 3:10 ), "I will send you." Moses went previously to the people, unsent. Now he is to be sent.
• Revelation answered his unworthiness (Exodus 3:11 ), "I will be with you." (Exodus 3:12 ).
• Revelation answered his need of credibility (Exodus 4:1 ). Given threefold supernatural credibility (Exodus 4:2-9 ).
• Revelation answered his lack of eloquence (Exodus 4:10 ), "I will be with your mouth" (Exodus 4:12 ).
• Revelation answered his reluctance (Exodus 4:13 ), Aaron shall be your spokesman (Exodus 4:14-17 ).

Exodus 4:19 "And the LORD said to Moses in Midian, "Go, return to Egypt; for all the men who sought your life are dead.""

One who would require the submission of others, evidenced submission to his father-in-law (Exodus 4:18 ). A summary of his call is given, revealing God's strategy in fulfilling it (Exodus 4:19-23 ). Being sent, God's detailed plan must be enacted.

Exodus 4:24 "And it came to pass on the way, at the encampment, that the LORD met him and sought to kill him."

Moses failure to circumcise his son, probably owing to his wife's objection (Exodus 4:24-26 ), led to controversy with God that threatened his life and ministry. Failure to meet obligations to God, or to line up with God's specific word is threatening to a ministry.

Exodus 4:27 "And the LORD said to Aaron, "Go into the wilderness to meet Moses." So he went and met him on the mountain of God, and kissed him."

Aaron needed to be just as sent as Moses, and to be obedient to the Lord. In serving Moses his obedience and accountability must be directly to the Lord. Moses, as leader, shared with Aaron "all the words of the LORD." (Exodus 4:28 ), not his own ego and personal will - but the Lord's commands.

Exodus 4:31 "So the people believed; and when they heard that the LORD had visited the children of Israel and that He had looked on their affliction, then they bowed their heads and worshiped."

Such leaders will develop faith in the people, by God's word and supernatural signs (Exodus 4:29-31 ).

QUESTIONS FOR GROUP INTERACTION

1. How did God get the attention of Moses?
   • How did God manifest His character and supernatural power?
   • To accomplish any God-given assignment is it essential to know God and His power?

2. How did God answer Moses sense of unworthiness?
   • Can you expect the special presence of God in your service?

3. Moses was sent to Egypt with the knowledge from God that the king of Egypt would not easily let Israel go. What did God promise to do?
   • How would the Egyptians be plundered of riches?
   • Are you a plunderer of the world's riches to advance the gospel?

4. God gave Moses credibility by supernatural signs. What has the Lord promised you as a believer?

5. How did God promise to overcome Moses' lack in speaking ability?
   • What New Testament promises can you remember, to do with your speaking for God?

6. What was Aaron to become to Moses?
   • What does this say that a prophet is to be?
   • What should you especially desire, according to 1 Corinthians 14:1?

7. What disobedience put Moses in danger from God?
   • Can failure to live up to God's specific word, threaten your ministry?

8. What did Moses share with his brother Aaron?
   • Are you to share your personal will with others, or the Lord's word?

9. How were the people of Israel convinced of Moses' leadership?
   • What will develop faith in the people you speak to for God?