April 3-4, 2016

LOOKING BACK

Moses: The Ultimate Journey

Who Me?

Exodus 3:10-4:17

When it comes to being used by God, very few qualify. At least that’s what many of us think. But in actuality, God’s service is filled with men and women who struggle in all kinds of ways. Moses was no different. This week, we look at a pivotal moment in Moses’ life when God called him to something extraordinary. And the response, well, can be summarized by that same word “struggle”. If we look carefully, we can find principles that apply to our lives today, because God’s heart – to use His people for His purposes – hasn’t changed.

Thinking It Through (agree/disagree/consider/contemplate) If God only used perfect people, nothing would get done. God will use anybody if you're available. ~Rick Warren Life in Christ comes to us on its way to someone else. A key point in the Ultimate Journey is when God’s concerns become our concerns.

Working It Out

1. What do you think Moses had been saying to himself for 40 years in the wilderness of Midian? Can you relate?

2. Why are being “changed by Christ” and being “used by Christ” so connected to one another?

3. Have you ever considered that the well-being of others may hinge on a single choice you make?

4. Of the three potential applications (pay attention to your burden, ask the right questions, do something), what resonated most with you? Why?

LOOKING AHEAD

Moses: The Ultimate Journey

Recovery

Exodus 4:27-7:6

Moses has had a challenging life. It has been a hard, painful journey, and it is far from over.

Moses has trigger points from the past that are affecting him in the present, probably

unconsciously. He is in “recovery” as we say. As are all of us, if we are honest.

Working It Out

1. Read through 4:27-7:6, noting the ups and downs, reactions and actions of the various players in the story.

2. What kind of experience does Moses have in 4:27-31?

3. How about in 5:20-21? (Compare his experience in 2:11-15)

In what ways is this a challenging moment for Moses in light of his past?

4. In a nutshell, what does God tell Moses in 6:1-8?

What “good” does this do for Moses according to vs. 9- 12?

5. What do you think Moses is struggling with in this section and why? (see 6:30)

6. Is 7:6-7 some kind of indication of progress for Moses?