Exodus 6:10
So the LORD said to Moses,
So
The word "So" serves as a conjunction, linking the previous narrative with the current instruction. It indicates a continuation of God's communication with Moses. In the broader context of Exodus, this conjunction ties back to the preceding verses where God reassures Moses of His covenant with Israel. It emphasizes the ongoing nature of God's plan and His active involvement in the deliverance of His people.

the LORD
The term "the LORD" is a translation of the Hebrew name Yahweh, which is the personal and covenantal name of God revealed to Moses at the burning bush (Exodus 3:14). This name signifies God's eternal existence and His faithfulness to His promises. In the conservative Christian perspective, Yahweh is seen as the unchanging and sovereign God who is intimately involved in the lives of His people. The use of this name here underscores the authority and reliability of the message being delivered to Moses.

said
The verb "said" indicates direct communication from God to Moses. In the Hebrew text, the word used is "אָמַר" (amar), which is a common verb for speaking or declaring. This highlights the personal and direct nature of God's revelation to His chosen leader. It is a reminder that God speaks to His people, providing guidance and instruction. The conservative Christian view holds that God's word is authoritative and trustworthy, and His communication with Moses is a model of how God interacts with His people.

to Moses
Moses is the central human figure in the book of Exodus, chosen by God to lead the Israelites out of Egyptian bondage. His name, derived from the Hebrew "מֹשֶׁה" (Moshe), is traditionally understood to mean "drawn out," reflecting his rescue from the Nile River as an infant. Moses' role as a prophet and leader is pivotal in the narrative of Israel's deliverance. In this verse, the direct address to Moses signifies his unique position as God's spokesperson and mediator between God and the Israelites. From a conservative Christian perspective, Moses is seen as a type of Christ, foreshadowing the ultimate deliverer who would lead God's people to spiritual freedom.

Persons / Places / Events
1. The LORD (Yahweh)
The covenant-keeping God of Israel, who reveals Himself to Moses and the Israelites as the one true God. He is the central figure in the account, orchestrating the deliverance of His people from Egypt.

2. Moses
The chosen leader and prophet of Israel, tasked with confronting Pharaoh and leading the Israelites out of Egyptian bondage. Moses is a key figure in the unfolding of God's redemptive plan.

3. Pharaoh (implied context)
The ruler of Egypt, who is resistant to God's command to let the Israelites go. Pharaoh's hardened heart becomes a backdrop for God's display of power and sovereignty.

4. Israelites (implied context)
The descendants of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, who are enslaved in Egypt. They are the recipients of God's promises and the focus of His deliverance.

5. Egypt (implied context)
The land of bondage for the Israelites, representing a place of oppression and idolatry from which God intends to deliver His people.
Teaching Points
God's Sovereignty and Faithfulness
God initiates His plans and purposes, demonstrating His control over history and His commitment to His promises.

The Role of Obedience in Leadership
Moses' willingness to listen and respond to God's command is a model of faithful leadership, even in the face of daunting challenges.

The Importance of Divine Revelation
Understanding God's character and His will is foundational for fulfilling His purposes. Moses' encounters with God equip him for his mission.

Trusting God's Timing
God's instructions to Moses come at a specific time, reminding us to trust His timing and wisdom in our own lives.

The Power of God's Word
God's spoken word to Moses carries authority and power, encouraging us to rely on Scripture as our guide and source of strength.
Bible Study Questions
1. How does understanding God's sovereignty in Exodus 6:10 impact your view of current challenges in your life?

2. In what ways can Moses' obedience to God's command inspire you to respond to God's calling in your own life?

3. How does the revelation of God's character in Exodus 6:10 encourage you to trust Him more deeply?

4. What lessons can we learn from Moses about leadership and reliance on God's guidance?

5. How can you apply the principle of trusting God's timing, as seen in His instructions to Moses, to a situation you are currently facing?
Connections to Other Scriptures
Exodus 3:14-15
Connects to God's self-revelation to Moses as "I AM WHO I AM," establishing His eternal nature and faithfulness to His covenant.

Hebrews 11:24-27
Highlights Moses' faith and his choice to align with God's people rather than enjoy the fleeting pleasures of sin in Egypt.

Psalm 105:26-27
Reflects on God's sending of Moses and Aaron to perform signs and wonders in Egypt, affirming God's power and purpose.

Acts 7:35-36
Stephen's speech recounts Moses' role in delivering Israel, emphasizing God's plan and Moses' obedience despite initial rejection.
The Contagion of DespairJ. Urquhart Exodus 6:9-12
Shaken Faith, and an Unshaken PurposeJ. Orr Exodus 6:9-14, 28-30
The Uncircumcised LipsD. Young Exodus 6:10-7:7
PerseveranceSpurgeon, Charles HaddonExodus 6:10-13
The Successive Services of the Christian LifeJ. S. Exell, M. A.Exodus 6:10-13
People
Aaron, Abiasaph, Abihu, Amminadab, Amram, Assir, Canaanitish, Carmi, Egyptians, Eleazar, Elisheba, Elkanah, Elzaphan, Enoch, Gershon, Hanoch, Hezron, Isaac, Israelites, Ithamar, Izhar, Jachin, Jacob, Jamin, Jemuel, Jochebed, Kohath, Korah, Korahites, Korhites, Levi, Levites, Libni, Mahali, Mahli, Merari, Mishael, Moses, Mushi, Naashon, Nadab, Nahshon, Nepheg, Ohad, Pallu, Phallu, Pharaoh, Phinehas, Putiel, Reuben, Saul, Shaul, Shimei, Shimi, Simeon, Uzziel, Zichri, Zithri, Zohar
Places
Canaan, Egypt
Topics
Saying, Spake, Speaketh, Spoke
Dictionary of Bible Themes
Exodus 6:9

     5246   captivity
     8713   discouragement

Exodus 6:5-9

     8728   enemies, of Israel and Judah

Library
To the Saddest of the Sad
I often wonder what those preachers do who feel called to make up their message as they go on; for if they fail, their failure must be attributed in great measure to their want of ability to make up a moving tale. They have to spread their sails to the breeze of the age, and to pick up a gospel that comes floating down to them on the stream of time, altering every week in the year; and they must have an endless task to catch this new idea, or, as they put it, to keep abreast of the age. Unless, indeed,
Charles Haddon Spurgeon—Spurgeon's Sermons Volume 34: 1888

From Egypt to Sinai.
Ex. Chs. 1-19 Israel in Egypt. The length of time the Hebrews remained In Egypt is a perplexing question. Exodus 6:16-20 makes Moses the fourth generation from Levi (See Gen. 15:16; Num. 26:57-59). This would make it about 150 years. Gen. 15:13 predicts 400 years. Ex. 12:40 says they were there 430 years and Paul (Gal. 3:17) says 430 years from Abraham to Sinai. These apparently conflicting dates may be explained because of different methods of counting generations, probably based on long lives of
Josiah Blake Tidwell—The Bible Period by Period

Fourth Day. Holiness and Revelation.
And when the Lord saw that Moses turned aside to see, He called unto him out of the midst of the bush, and said, Moses, Moses. And he said, Here am I. And He said, Draw not nigh hither; put off thy shoes from thy feet, for the place where thou standest is holy ground. And Moses hid his face, for He was afraid to look upon God.'--Ex. iii. 4-6. And why was it holy ground? Because God had come there and occupied it. Where God is, there is holiness; it is the presence of God makes holy. This is the
Andrew Murray—Holy in Christ

Appendix viii. Rabbinic Traditions About Elijah, the Forerunner of the Messiah
To complete the evidence, presented in the text, as to the essential difference between the teaching of the ancient Synagogue about the Forerunner of the Messiah' and the history and mission of John the Baptist, as described in the New Testaments, we subjoin a full, though condensed, account of the earlier Rabbinic traditions about Elijah. Opinions differ as to the descent and birthplace of Elijah. According to some, he was from the land of Gilead (Bemid. R. 14), and of the tribe of Gad (Tanch. on
Alfred Edersheim—The Life and Times of Jesus the Messiah

Exodus
The book of Exodus--so named in the Greek version from the march of Israel out of Egypt--opens upon a scene of oppression very different from the prosperity and triumph in which Genesis had closed. Israel is being cruelly crushed by the new dynasty which has arisen in Egypt (i.) and the story of the book is the story of her redemption. Ultimately it is Israel's God that is her redeemer, but He operates largely by human means; and the first step is the preparation of a deliverer, Moses, whose parentage,
John Edgar McFadyen—Introduction to the Old Testament

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