Moses’ Examples of Prayer -Part 2

Between Moses’ low self-esteem and the people’s response to his efforts, it was not easy for Moses to continue in his task.

Now the Lord spoke to Moses again and told him, “Go back again to Pharaoh and tell him that he must let the people of Israel go.” “But look,” Moses objected, “my own people won’t even listen to me anymore; how can I expect Pharaoh to? I’m no orator!” (Exodus 6:10-12)

But Moses had seen God’s mighty strong hand and knew God was capable of amazing things. He found the courage somehow to go back to Pharaoh again and again, delivering God’s messages as he was instructed to do.

“Be so kind as to tell me when you want them to go” Moses said, “and I will pray that the frogs will die at the time you specify; everywhere except in the river.” … After Moses and Aaron went out from Pharaoh, Moses cried out to the Lord for help … the Lord did as Moses had said: the frogs in the house, courtyards, and fields died. (Exodus 8:9)

So Moses went out from Pharaoh and asked the Lord to get rid of the flies. And the Lord did as Moses asked… (Exodus 8:30)

“All right,” Moses replied, “As soon as I have left the city, I will spread out my hands to the Lord, and the thunder and hail will stop. This will prove to you that the earth is controlled by Jehovah. (Exodus 9:29)

When Pharaoh finally let the Israelites go from Egypt, the multitude of people marched away with great riches and possessions. None were feeble, none without treasures, but also none without fear that God would stay with them and protect them. Yet, Moses knew.

Moses told the people, “Don’t be afraid. Just stand where you are and watch, and you will see the wonderful way the Lord will rescue you today. The Egyptians you are looking at – you will never see them again. The Lord will fight for you, and you won’t need to lift a finger!” Then the Lord said to Moses, “Quit praying and get the people moving! Forward March!” (Exodus 14:13-15)

Moses had such faith in God that even a mighty sea before him would not cause doubt! We too serve this same God. When you are in a tight place, look to heaven and worship the only God that can cause waters to divide and light to shine in darkness.