The Divine “I”: When God Reminds You Who’s in Control

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🗓️ Week 3 – Tuesday (July 15)



 The Divine “I”: When God Reminds You Who’s in Control

(Based on Exodus 5:22–6:8)

Moses was frustrated — maybe even heartbroken.

He had obeyed. He had stepped out in faith.
And it felt like things only got worse.

Pharaoh mocked him.
The Israelites turned on him.
And now Moses does what many of us are afraid to do:

“Adonai, why have You brought evil upon this people? Why did You even send me?” — Exodus 5:22, KJBPNV (adapted)

💬 Honest Prayers from Hurting Hearts

This wasn’t just a question. It was a complaint.
Moses was discouraged. Confused. Bitter.
And God didn’t rebuke him for it.

Instead, God reminded Moses of who He is — and what He had already promised to do.

✨ The Divine “I”

Read Exodus 6:1–8 and you’ll see one phrase over and over again:

“I am Yahweh.”
“I have heard…”
“I have remembered…”
“I will bring you out…”
“I will redeem you…”
“I will take you as My people…”

This is the language of covenant.
It’s as if God says: “Moses, I’ve already spoken. Now watch what I will do.”

🧠 When God Is the Subject

In every action God promises, He is the actor, and His people are the recipients:

  • “I will bring you out…”

  • “I will redeem you…”

  • “I will be your God.”

This wasn’t about Moses’ success.
It was about God’s faithfulness.

📖 Other Complaints in the Bible

Moses wasn’t the only one who cried out:

  • David in the Psalms: “Why do You stand afar off?” (Psalm 10:1)

  • Job: “Why was I even born?” (Job 3:11)

  • Habakkuk: “How long, O LORD, must I cry for help?” (Hab. 1:2)

But these cries weren’t rooted in rebellion. They were honest prayers of hurting people—anchored in faith.

💭 Reflection Questions:

  • Are you in a place where it feels like obeying God made life harder?

  • Have you taken your frustration to God — not away from Him?

  • What promises of God do you need to cling to right now?

✝️ Key Takeaway:

It’s OK to cry out to God — as long as you cry out in faith.
Because even when we don’t see the plan, God says:

“I am Yahweh… I will act.”

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