Moses – From Murder to Mission
Wednesday, February 18
Moses – From Murder to Mission
Come, I will send you to Pharaoh that you may bring my people, the children of Israel, out of Egypt – Exodus 3:10, ESV
Moses had purpose on his life from the very beginning. Sent in the basket to the elements of this world, Moses was saved from a death sentence as a baby, raised in Pharaoh’s palace, positioned between two worlds; his life carried destiny. Yet in a moment of anger and impulse, Moses killed an Egyptian and buried the evidence in the sand.
That was his mess.
Fearful and exposed, Moses fled to the wilderness. For forty years he lived in obscurity, tending sheep instead of leading people. What looked like a detour was actually preparation. The wilderness was not punishment, it was purpose training.
When God appeared in the burning bush, He didn’t say, “Moses, I’ve changed My mind about you.” Instead, He said, “I will send you …” (Exodus 3:10). The very man who once acted impulsively would now lead with humility. The fugitive would become the deliverer. The murderer would become the mouthpiece of God.
In this Year of Purpose, remember: Your past failure does not disqualify you from future assignment. God can use your wilderness seasons to prepare you for greater responsibility.
Your mess may delay you but it does not delete your purpose.
Prayer for today: Father God thank You that my past does not cancel my purpose. Just as You called Moses from the wilderness, call me out of every place of fear, regret, and hiding. Where I have acted in my own strength, teach me to wait on Your instruction. Where I have tried to fix things myself, help me to surrender fully to You. Turn my wilderness into preparation. Shape my character in the quiet places. Remove guilt that does not come from You, and replace it with confidence in Your calling. I declare that my failure is not final and my purpose is still intact. In Jesus’ name, Amen.