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Honest Complaints to God
Commentators observe that Moses' raw and almost irreverent complaint reveals his 'impetuous character' and human struggle. His frustration was a 'stumbling and a temptation.' This shows that even great leaders of faith can experience profound doubt and disappointment, and it is acceptable to bring these honest feelings to God.
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Exodus
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Albert Barnes
On Exodus 5:23
18th Century
Theologian
The earnestness of this remonstrance, and even its approach to irreverence, are quite in keeping with other notices of Moses’ naturally impetuous c…
John Gill
On Exodus 5:23
17th Century
Pastor
For since I came to Pharaoh to speak in your name Had he come in his own name, it needed not be wondered at if he should …
Matthew Henry
On Exodus 5:10–23
17th Century
Minister
The Egyptian taskmasters were very severe. See what need we have to pray that we may be delivered from wicked men. The foremen justly complained to…