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Moses answered, "But, behold, they will not believe me, nor listen to my voice; for they will say, `Yahweh has not appeared to you.`"
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A Relatable Reluctance
Commentators emphasize that Moses' hesitation wasn't from stubborn rebellion but from genuine fear and weak faith. John Calvin notes he was timid and overwhelmed, not defiant. This shows that even great leaders of faith struggle with doubt and anxiety, and God patiently works through their weakness. Moses' honesty was a way of seeking the strength he needed.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
With this chapter begins the series of miracles which resulted in the deliverance of Israel. The first miracle was performed to remove the first ob…
19th Century
Anglican
Behold. — Some interpret the word used here as “perhaps” (Septuagint, Aben-Ezra, Saadia, etc.); but it does not appear to have thi…
16th Century
Protestant
And Moses answered. Moses relates in this chapter how much hesitation he showed in obeying God. This was not from stubbornness, but from t…
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17th Century
Reformed Baptist
And Moses answered and said In reference to what Jehovah had declared to him in the latter end of the preceding chapter: …
Moses objects that the people would not take his word unless he showed them some sign. God gives him power to work miracles.
But those who a…
