Scripture: Exodus 2:23–25; 3:1–15; 4:10–17
Main Themes: Calling, Liberation, Divine Presence, Interdependence, Accessibility, Courage in Faith.
Discussion Questions
- God Sees, Hears, and Responds
- In Exodus, we’re told that God heard the Israelites’ groaning and took notice of them.
- How does this picture of a listening and responsive God impact your understanding of who God is?
- Where do you see God noticing suffering in today’s world? Where do you hope God is noticing?
- Divine Calling and Self-Doubt
- Moses expresses deep doubts about his ability and worthiness—“Who am I?”
- Have you ever felt unqualified or afraid when called to something new?
- How do you respond to the idea that God equips us for the work we’re called to? What does that look like in your own life?
- I Am Who I Am
- God reveals the divine name to Moses as “I Am Who I Am.”
- What do you think this name means? How does it speak to God’s nature?
- How does the mystery of God’s identity deepen or challenge your faith?
- Interdependence as Strength
- Moses isn’t alone in his calling—God provides Aaron to help. Pastor Mark highlighted this as the point, not just a solution.
- How do you see interdependence at work in your life, family, or community?
- How might we better celebrate and embody interdependence in the life of our church?
- Modern Liberation and Accessibility
- Pastor Mark connected the Exodus story to RPPC’s capital campaign and the importance of making our sanctuary physically accessible.
- What does liberation look like in our context today?
- How is God calling us—as individuals or as a church—to help remove barriers for others?
- Faith in Action
- “We are all connected,” Pastor Mark said. “Our freedom and our well-being are inseparable.”
- How can you live out this truth in the week ahead?
- What are tangible ways we as a church can proclaim, through word and deed, that all are welcome, and all are beloved?
- Closing Reflection
- Like Moses, we may hesitate or feel unworthy, but God still calls and equips.
- What specific courage or next step do you feel nudged toward this week
- How can you support someone else who might be wrestling with their own sense of calling or inclusion?
