THE FAITH OF MOSES
Hebrews 11:23-28
Key Verses 11:24-25 “By faith Moses, when he had grown up, refused to be known as the son of Pharaoh’s daughter. He chose to be mistreated along with the people of God rather than to enjoy the fleeting pleasures of sin.”
1. What was the decree under which Moses was born? (See Exodus 1:8-22) How did Moses’ parents show their faith? (23; Exodus 2:1-10)
2. After discovering that he was a Hebrew, what kind of difficult decision did Moses face? How could he make such a decision? (24-25) What reward was Moses looking for? (26) How can we value disgrace for the sake of Christ over earthly treasures?
3. Read Acts 7:24-29. Having failed to rescue his people by his own strength, how was Moses able to persevere in the desert? (27)
4. After God commanded him to return to Egypt to free his people, how did Moses demonstrate his faith? (Exodus 3:11-12)
5. What was God’s final and decisive act of judgment on Egypt? (Exodus 12:12-13) What is the significance of keeping the Passover?