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Jesus in the Old Testament: Prophet

Speak of Jesus, the Old Testament, and prophecy — we expect words about Jesus. But Jesus = prophet. Deuteronomy 18:15 (NLT) Moses continued, “The Lord your God will raise up for you a prophet like me from among your fellow Israelites. … Continue reading

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Jesus in the Old Testament: Moses

Moses, a foreshadow of Christ and prince of Egypt, became a shepherd and led God’s people out of slavery and into the Promised Land. Jesus, prince of heaven, became our Good Shepherd and leads us out of slavery to sin … Continue reading

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Doubting God’s Call

  Samuel heard God’s call and stepped forward in faith. Not so Moses. He heard, but he had doubts.   Exodus 3:10-12 (NLT) “Now go, for I am sending you to Pharaoh. You must lead my people Israel out of … Continue reading

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Blessed Are the Meek

  We think of meek as a negative: a wimp, a doormat, a weakling who lets others take advantage of him. God sees meek as a positive.   Psalm 37:11 (ESV) But the meek shall inherit the land and delight … Continue reading

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Excuse: “Not Me!”

The Spirit nudges you, and you think you’re not up to the job. You’re in good company. Remember Moses:   Exodus 4:13 (NIV) But Moses said, “Pardon your servant, Lord. Please send someone else.”     God did send “someone … Continue reading

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Listening Friend

  Exodus 33:11 (NIV) The LORD would speak to Moses face to face, as one speaks to a friend.   Speak, Lord. I’m listening.  

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