The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz) Day 29: Moses Returns to Egypt (2026)
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Jan 29, 2026 A close look at Moses' return to Egypt and the signs God gives him. Tension rises with Pharaoh's refusal and the crushing increase in Israel's labor. A dangerous roadside incident upends expectations. Detailed ritual instructions for sin offerings are read. A calming Psalm invites trust in God as refuge and strength.
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God Reveals A Personal Name
- God reveals his personal name to Moses to invite an intimate relationship.
- Knowing God's name signifies vulnerability and a deeper relational bond, not mere information.
Moses' Reluctant Miracles
- Moses tests God's power with signs like the rod-turned-serpent and the leprous hand.
- He still doubts God's sufficiency despite witnessing these miracles, showing human hesitation in calling.
Obedience Amid Hardened Hearts
- God warns Moses that he will harden Pharaoh's heart yet still commands him to act.
- Divine sovereignty and human mission coexist, calling Moses to obedience despite uncertain outcomes.
