Spiritual Warfare: 'Excuses Are Often Lies'

God's Power for Our Battles — Thursday, April 11, 2024

But Moses said to the Lord, "Please, Lord, I have never been a skilled speaker. Even now, after talking to you, I cannot speak well. I speak slowly and can't find the best words."
Moses was taught all the wisdom of the Egyptians, and he was powerful in both speech and action.
— Exodus 4:10 NCV & Acts 7:22 NLT

Today's Prayer

Lord, You picked Moses to do something he didn't really want to do, and he claimed to be an unskilled speaker. But Acts 7:22 reveals that Moses was a powerful speaker, so now we know that was a lie. Forgive me, Lord, when I try to lie to You and reject a task that You have put on me. Grant me the courage to move forward even though I think I'm not qualified. Help me to accept every job You assign, and realize that You will provide "on the job training." In Jesus' Name, Amen.

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Illustration

Illustration of Exodus 4:10 NCV & Acts 7:22 NLT — But Moses said to the Lord, "Please, Lord, I have never been a skilled speaker. Even now, after talking to you, I cannot speak well. I speak slowly and can't find the best words." Moses was taught all the wisdom of the Egyptians, and he was powerful in both speech and action.

About This Devotional

Spiritual Warfare is a daily devotional about God's power for our battles.

The Prayer for Spiritual Warfare is written by Steve Hemphill.

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