Exodus 17:4
Exodus 17:4
And Moses cried to the Lord, What shall I do with this people? They are almost ready to stone me.
Moses' cry to the Lord reflects the weight of leadership and the overwhelming burden that comes with guiding a people who are stubborn, rebellious, and quick to turn on their leader in times of crisis. Faced with a people ready to stone him, Moses turns to God in desperation, seeking wisdom and guidance. This moment illustrates the profound responsibility of leadership—whether in spiritual or secular contexts—where those in charge can face harsh criticism or even hostility. Moses' reaction is not one of self-reliance but of humble submission to God’s authority. As leaders, we are reminded that the challenges we face, especially when it feels like others are against us, should lead us to seek God’s guidance. In times of difficulty and opposition, it’s essential to remember that God is the ultimate source of strength and wisdom. He is the one who equips and sustains us in every trial, and just as He answered Moses, He is ready to answer our cries for help.
Psalm 142:2
I pour out before him my complaint; before him I tell my trouble.
1 Corinthians 10:9
Nor should we put Christ to the test, as some of them did—and were killed by snakes.
Psalm 42:11
Why art thou cast down, O my soul? and why art thou disquieted within me? hope thou in God: for I shall yet praise him, who is the health of my countenance, and my God.
Exodus 16:3
And the Israelites said to them, If only we had died by the Lord's hand in Egypt.