Moses has just been ordained by God to pronounce a very serious judgment against Pharaoh, essentially declaring that if he (Pharaoh) would not release His (God’s) children, God would kill his child. Quite the admonishment and quite the task considering the source! What seems puzzling is God’s subsequent action, “…The Lord met (Moses) and sought to kill him” (emphasis mine). What just happened? As the text divulges it’s what didn’t happen that is at issue here.
This is My covenant which you shall keep, between Me and you and your descendants after you: Every male child among you shall be circumcised…Genesis 17:10
There you have it! Moses had neglected his responsibilities at home. How could he possibly go to Pharaoh with such a momentous proclamation while his own home was in disorder. This is clearly not how our Lord operates. Fortunately, Zipporah his wife, fearing for her husbands salvation, steps-up and delivers. Her anger towards him likely served as a catalyst for Moses setting him on a proper course, although most certainly there were repercussions for his allowing this problem to persist for so long.
For the time has come for judgment to begin at the house of God; and if it begins with us first, what will be the end of those who do not obey the gospel of God? 1 Peter 4:17-19
A Couple Applications…
We already touched on one—God will not open one door until we walk through the last one. Or maybe the second door has been opened (as in Moses’ case), but we are prevented from progressing towards it because there is unfinished business to take care of. In either scenario the solution is always the same–reparation; i.e. returning to where we last heard God’s voice clearly and yielding to His authority. It could be as simple as lifting a prayer or as complex as witnessing to your unsaved mother-in-law.
The second application is specifically for the wife. If your husband (saved or unsaved) has dropped the ball and will not (or perhaps cannot) pick it up, it is your duty to do so. So was the case in my family. Back in the mid-nineties my wife became the spiritual leader of our family when I was negligent in my duties as head of the clan. She saw to the children going to church, youth group, and similar activities. I can barely begin to tell how grateful I am the she carried the burden in those days—I do not deserve such grace and mercy.
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Thanks, Dave. I totally understand. Be blessed!
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Thanx again Linda–my wife is certainly a blessing I do not deserve. As for her writing or sharing, she is not too much the writing and sharing type.
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Thanx for stopping by Linda. If I may be so bold, (and if there is a other 1/2 in your situation), don’t give up on him, be long suffering, and pray as often as you can.
God is faithful
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Thank you, Dave. I pray every day the God moves his heart to return home. Only our God, El Shaddai can change hearts, so I will wait on Him. I know He will be faithful to me; He knows what is best for me; even knows me better than I know myself. So I will have a “waiting attitude” Micah 7:7
I posted your blog site on my blog (fruitageofthespirit.wordpress.com). I have also visited Compasssion International website, praying for the opportunity to help. I will keep in touch. God bless you and your family!
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I will pray for your situation as well. My wife might likely tell you that I was a ‘lost cause’, but by God’s grace I returned.
Going to add you to my blog-roll too.
God bless.
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Thanks for adding my blog. Your wife is blessed beyond measure! I’m sure she understands what I’m going through right now…there are a few other woman I know that are experiencing the same challenge with their husbands. I wonder if your wife could perhaps write something for us…no pressure. I would love to post it on my blog. Again, no pressure and I will understand if it is too personal. God brought me here for a reason…I’m searching the answer.
In Christ,
Linda
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Hello Dave,
I don’t know how I landed on the journal you wrote today – perhaps from a “related” post that brought me here and I’m so glad it did. Thank you for sharing the message and application of Exodus 4:22-26. I especially appreciated your testimony and how your wife carried the burden of being the spiritual head for a season. I guess the Lord brought me here to remind me of what I have to do since I’m now faced with a similar situation. Thank you again and I look forward to visiting your blog again soon.
God Bless!
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