Exodus Chapter 4

Exodus 4 Bible Verse

Explore this passage of Scripture with its full text and meaning. Read these 4 Bible verses from Exodus and discover their timeless wisdom.

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1. Moses answered, "But, behold, they will not believe me, nor listen to my voice; for they will say, "Yahweh has not appeared to you."" 2. Yahweh said to him, "What is that in your hand?" 3. He said, "Throw it on the ground." 4. Yahweh said to Moses, "Stretch out your hand, and take it by the tail." 5. "This is so that they may believe that Yahweh, the God of their fathers, the God of Abraham, the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob, has appeared to you." 6. Yahweh said furthermore to him, "Now put your hand inside your cloak." 7. He said, "Put your hand inside your cloak again." 8. "It will happen, if they will not believe you or listen to the voice of the first sign, that they will believe the voice of the latter sign. 9. It will happen, if they will not believe even these two signs or listen to your voice, that you shall take of the water of the river, and pour it on the dry land. The water which you take out of the river will become blood on the dry land." 10. Moses said to Yahweh, "O Lord, I am not eloquent, neither before now, nor since you have spoken to your servant; for I am slow of speech, and of a slow tongue." 11. Yahweh said to him, "Who made man"s mouth? Or who makes one mute, or deaf, or seeing, or blind? Isn"t it I, Yahweh? 12. Now therefore go, and I will be with your mouth, and teach you what you shall speak." 13. Moses said, "Oh, Lord, please send someone else." 14. Yahweh"s anger burned against Moses, and he said, "What about Aaron, your brother, the Levite? I know that he can speak well. Also, behold, he is coming out to meet you. When he sees you, he will be glad in his heart. 15. You shall speak to him, and put the words in his mouth. I will be with your mouth, and with his mouth, and will teach you what you shall do. 16. He will be your spokesman to the people. It will happen that he will be to you a mouth, and you will be to him as God. 17. You shall take this rod in your hand, with which you shall do the signs." 18. Moses went and returned to Jethro his father-in-law, and said to him, "Please let me go and return to my brothers who are in Egypt, and see whether they are still alive." 19. Yahweh said to Moses in Midian, "Go, return into Egypt; for all the men who sought your life are dead." 20. Moses took his wife and his sons, and set them on a donkey, and he returned to the land of Egypt. Moses took God"s rod in his hand. 21. Yahweh said to Moses, "When you go back into Egypt, see that you do before Pharaoh all the wonders which I have put in your hand, but I will harden his heart and he will not let the people go. 22. You shall tell Pharaoh, "Yahweh says, Israel is my son, my firstborn, 23. and I have said to you, "Let my son go, that he may serve me;" and you have refused to let him go. Behold, I will kill your firstborn son."" 24. On the way at a lodging place, Yahweh met Moses and wanted to kill him. 25. Then Zipporah took a flint, and cut off the foreskin of her son, and cast it at his feet; and she said, "Surely you are a bridegroom of blood to me." 26. So he let him alone. Then she said, "You are a bridegroom of blood," because of the circumcision. 27. Yahweh said to Aaron, "Go into the wilderness to meet Moses." 28. Moses told Aaron all Yahweh"s words with which he had sent him, and all the signs with which he had instructed him. 29. Moses and Aaron went and gathered together all the elders of the children of Israel. 30. Aaron spoke all the words which Yahweh had spoken to Moses, and did the signs in the sight of the people. 31. The people believed, and when they heard that Yahweh had visited the children of Israel, and that he had seen their affliction, then they bowed their heads and worshiped.

Key Themes and Application

Background

This chapter of Scripture reveals important truths about God's character and His relationship with His people. The 4 Bible verses in this passage offer wisdom that applies to our daily lives.

Main Message

This passage contains timeless wisdom that speaks to believers across generations.

Life Application

  • Read these verses slowly and prayerfully, asking God to speak to you
  • Consider how this passage applies to your current circumstances
  • Journal about what God is teaching you through this Scripture
  • Share these insights with friends or in a small group setting

Reflection Questions

  • What stands out to you most in these 4 Bible verses?
  • How does this passage challenge or encourage you today?
  • What is God inviting you to do or believe through this Scripture?
  • Who in your life needs to hear the message of these verses?

About These 4 Bible Verses

Reading the Bible is more than just checking off a task on your list. When you open these 4 Bible verses from Exodus, you are entering into a conversation with God that has spanned thousands of years.

This chapter of Scripture invites you to slow down and listen. The words on these pages have comforted, challenged, and guided countless believers throughout history. As you read this passage, remember that God speaks through His Word to meet you right where you are.

Many people find it helpful to read these verses multiple times. First, read to understand the overall message. Then read again to notice specific words or phrases that stand out. Finally, read once more asking God to show you how this Scripture applies to your life today.

Why Study This Passage?

For Personal Growth

These 4 Bible verses offer wisdom for your journey. As you meditate on this passage, God uses His Word to shape your character, deepen your faith, and guide your decisions.

For Group Study

This chapter provides rich material for discussion. Reading these Bible verses with others allows you to gain new perspectives and encourage one another in faith.

For Teaching and Preaching

Pastors and teachers find in this passage timeless truths to share. The themes in these verses speak to people of all ages and backgrounds.

For Prayer and Worship

Let these words become your prayer. As you read, turn the verses into conversations with God, thanking Him for His promises and seeking His guidance.

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