Observations

• The only way they could get their mind off Pharaoh was by refocusing on God (6:2).
• Rehearsing the biblical narrative was to reinforce that the LORD keeps His promises (6:3-4).
• The Almighty God actually sees and cares about human suffering (6:5).
• The LORD would rescue them to have a relationship with them (6:6-7).
• God’s good plan offered a beautiful inheritance, but they needed to wait to experience it (6:8).
• The people’s emotional brokenness and physical circumstances hindered them from believing God’s promises (6:9).
• As God gave Moses His plan of deliverance, Moses couldn’t get past his own insecurities (6:10-13).

Applications

• We shouldn’t belittle our opposition, but we must esteem our Deliverer.
• The way to endure present hardships is by believing in future promises.
• Relying on our strength should invite fear, but trusting in God should invigorate boldness.
• God can make good out of it no matter how bad it is.