Religion & Spirituality
Pastor Steve Ruetschle Exodus 3:1-15 1. Moses must have been utterly surprised when he encountered God in the burning bush! If you can, share a time when God has surprised you. 2. Pastor Steve noted this encounter was the defining moment in the life of Moses. What has been a defining moment in your life? 3. God’s assignment for Moses involved a task too big, an enemy too strong and a people too much for him. When at home, at work or at church have you been assigned a task too big, an enemy too strong and people that were too much for you? How did you handle it? Please share. 4. Pastor Steve shared 10 things that Moses learned in his experience with the burning bush: 1) God reveals Himself (in fire), 2) God is great (greater than nations), 3) God speaks, 4) God is holy, 5) God is awesome (and being in awe of Him helps us to resist temptation), 6) God sees and hears us, 7) God is compassionate, 8) God rescues and delivers, 9) God sends people to do His work, and 10) God is present. Which of these resonates and is very meaningful to you? Why? 5. During Moses’ encounter, God instructs him to tell the Israelites that His name is ‘I AM WHO I AM.” (Check out Exodus 3:14-15.) Take a moment to look this name up in a commentary or other biblical reference book. Share what you learned with your group.