We can’t blame Moses for asking the first question he asked God, “Who am I to do this?” It’s a question saturated with humility, so in many ways, a fitting question to ask God. But as you read God’s response to this question, notice that God didn’t answer it, at least not directly. God told Moses He would be with Moses and He gave Moses a sign of His authority. But within this apparent non-answer was the answer Moses needed.

God placed the emphasis on Himself. So, God redirected Moses to the One he should have been focused on: God. In essence, God was saying, “Moses, you missed it. It’s not about you. It’s not about what you can do or might do. It’s about Me. It’s about what I can do and what I will do.” That is what Moses needed to understand in this call, and it is what we need to understand as well. Christians’ service to our King is not based on who we are. It’s not based on how smart we are, how dedicated we are, or how talented we are. Sure, God has given us all those gifts to be used by Him – but that’s the point. God is the primary actor, not us.

• What are some ways you tend to rely on yourself instead of God?