Moses was born during a time when the Pharaoh of Egypt feared the growing number of Israelites and ordered the killing of all Hebrew male infants. Driven by love and faith, Moses’ mother placed him in a basket on the Nile River, where he was found and adopted by Pharaoh’s daughter. Raised in Pharaoh’s palace, Moses received the finest education and enjoyed a life of privilege. However, as he grew, he became aware of his Hebrew heritage through [specific details of how he discovered his heritage].
In Exodus 2:11-12, it is recorded that Moses, witnessing the unjust treatment of a Hebrew by an Egyptian, couldn’t bear the oppression. His fervent desire to defend his people overcame him, leading to a tragic event. In a moment of impulsiveness, Moses killed the Egyptian, believing he could deliver justice to his oppressed brethren.
Stephen’s account shows us that Moses initially thought of freeing the Jews from bondage, but God’s ultimate plan involved leading them out of Egypt through the wilderness. Moses’ action in defending his fellow Hebrews from unjust treatment was a genuine expression of care and solidarity. Though Moses acted out of a sincere desire to protect his people, he probably saw himself as the only solution to balance the injustice. However, Moses wasn’t acting in perfect alignment with God’s greater purpose. His decision, driven by genuine feelings and plans, ultimately set in motion events that shaped his journey and relationship with God. Despite his genuine intentions, Moses aimed to improve the lives of the Jews in Egypt, but God wanted them out of Egypt to the land He had promised their forefathers.
There is a significant lesson pointed out by Stephen during his account in Acts 7:17-36. The lesson here is to realise that whatever drives or motivates us, our plans, no matter how closely relatable to God’s plan or will, must be carefully aligned with God’s plan. We must take the time to ask and find the plan of God, verifying and aligning our plans accordingly.
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