CCC BIBLE LESSONS
New Moon Service (10 pm)
Celestial Church of Christ (CCC) Bible lesson Scripture readings for this service.
- First lessonExodus 3:14-21Read this passage →
READING NOTES
Trust the God who sees and remains faithful
Exodus 3:14–21 reveals the God who names Himself, remembers His covenant, attends to suffering and prepares His people to face resistance with His promise.
Hear God's name within the story
The assigned passage begins with God's answer to Moses' question about His name. Verses 1–13 are supporting context: God has met Moses at the burning bush, declared the ground holy, identified Himself as the God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob, and said that He has seen Israel's affliction. The words “I AM” in verse 14 belong within that encounter. They direct attention to the living God who is present and faithful, not to a phrase for securing whatever we want.
Receive the promise without ignoring resistance
God tells Moses to gather Israel's elders and speak of His promise to bring the people out of affliction. He also says that Egypt's king will resist. The promise does not remove the difficult confrontation ahead; it places that confrontation within God's knowledge and action. The favour described in verse 21 concerns Israel's departure from oppression. It should not be turned into a guarantee that every faithful person will receive wealth or an easy outcome.
Take the next faithful step with others
Moses is not told to act as an isolated hero. He is to assemble the elders, report what God has said and go with them to the king. A faithful response may begin by naming suffering truthfully, listening to those affected and refusing to face injustice alone. We cannot claim Moses' commission as our own, but we can learn to place courage in God's character rather than in personal importance.
For reflection
Where do you need to take one truthful, faithful step while trusting God with resistance you cannot control?
A short prayer
Faithful God, You see suffering and keep Your word. Give me humility to listen, courage to speak truthfully and patience to trust Your presence when the way is difficult. Amen.