Overview:
Exodus 2:1–10
There is no such thing as an insignificant birth to God. While the odds were against Moses from infancy, God had a magnificent course set for his life.
Travel back to ancient Egypt with Pastor Chuck Swindoll as he examines the details and context of Exodus 2:1–10. A life hung in the balance and a mother held her breath as an Egyptian princess discovered a baby in a basket.
God’s hand is on your life, just like it was on Moses’. No matter the conditions of your birth or your upbringing, your story begins in earnest when you yield to God’s divine plan!
Message Summary:
Message Key Facts:
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Primary Character: Moses (Son of Amram and Jochebed, brother to Aaron and Miriam).
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Key Locations: The Nile River, the land of Midian, Mount Sinai, and the wilderness of Zin.
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Core Themes: Divine providence, the necessity of failure in leadership development, the cost of impatience, and the rewards of selfless dedication.
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Format: 20 messages covering the book of Exodus through the death of Moses in Deuteronomy.
Message References:
Thematic Scripture References
While the series spans much of the Pentateuch, these core passages anchor the study:
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Exodus 2–4: The birth, failure, and divine calling of Moses at the burning bush.
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Exodus 14: The miraculous Red Sea crossing and the display of God’s power.
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Numbers 12: The character of Moses, described as the "meekest man on earth."
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Deuteronomy 34: The legacy and death of Moses on Mount Nebo.
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Hebrews 11:23–29: The New Testament commentary on Moses’ faith and his choice to suffer with God's people.
What You Will Learn
Through this series, Chuck Swindoll draws unforgettable applications for the modern believer:
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The School of the Desert: Discover why God often uses seasons of obscurity and silence to prepare us for our greatest callings.
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Overcoming Insecurity: Learn from Moses’ dialogue of doubt with God and how "I AM" is sufficient for our "Who am I?"
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The Danger of a Moment: A look at Moses’ "moment of rage" (Numbers 20) and the importance of consistent obedience.
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Graceful Succession: How Moses prepared the next generation (Joshua) to carry on the mission of God.
