God's All-Stars - Week Six: Moses

I love football season! Each week players give All-Star performances on the field. Join me as I reveal guys in the Bible that would make God's All-Star team:

Week Six All-Star: Moses

Vital Statistics: (see Exodus through Deuteronomy)

Picked up in supplemental draft by Pharaoh’s daughter and raised by rival Egyptians, cut from the team after killing a coach, came out of retirement after 40 years and led his home team Israelites to a stunning upset over the heavily favored Egyptians, delivered his team to the doorstep of the Promised Land. Revered as possibly the greatest Team Leader ever (See Deuteronomy 34:10-12)

Physical Description:

Walked like an E-gyp-tian; played like a Jew, Grew intimidating beard and carried a big stick

Nicknames:

The Prince of Egypt, Big Mo, the Deliverer

Strengths:

Leadership, Courage, Faith in God, Obedience, Humility (Numbers 12:3 calls him “The most humble man on the face of the earth.” But Moses wrote that; so does it count?), Never forgot where he came from

Weaknesses:

Impatience, Anger, Low Self-Esteem and Self-Doubts

Famous Quotes:

“Who am I that I should go to Pharaoh and bring the Israelites out of Egypt?” To God in Exodus 3:11

“This is what the Lord, the God of Israel, says, ‘Let my people go.’” To Pharaoh in Exodus 5:1

“Do not be afraid. Stand firm and you will see the deliverance the Lord will bring you today.” To the Israelites trapped against the Red Sea in Exodus 14:13

“If Your Presence does not go with us (into the Promised Land), do not send us up from here.” To God in Exodus 33:15

“Love the Lord your God with all your Heart and with all your Soul and with all your Strength.” To the Israelites in Deuteronomy 6:5

“Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid…for the Lord your God goes with you; He will never leave you nor forsake you.” To Joshua, his successor in Deuteronomy 31:6

Greatest All-Star Performances:

• As a huge underdog, courageously faced Pharaoh and won (Exodus 5-12)

• Led his team through rough waters to miraculous win at the Red Sea Bowl (Exodus 14)

• Managed a rebellious team of millions through 40 years of losing seasons, eventually leading them to the doorstep of the Promised Land.

• Given Top 10 Plays (Commandments) for Winning from God Himself. (Exodus 33&34)

Summary

Growing up the privileged son of Egyptian franchise owner and CEO, Pharaoh, Moses seemed destined for success. But his Hall-of-Fame career got off to a rocky start when he killed an Egyptian Coach for abusing a defenseless player. Moses was kicked off the team and disappeared from the public eye for 40 years until God called him out of retirement at the Burning Bush pep rally. With the rallying cry, “Let my people go”, Moses defeated the Egyptian juggernaut, eventually delivering the Israelites to the edge of the Promised Land after 430 losing seasons. The Top 10 Plays for Winning, chiseled out and handed down from God through Moses are still considered by most to be the greatest strategy for success in the game of life.

All-Star Impact

•Moses’ career got off to a slow start when impatience and anger got the best of him. What issues or weaknesses in your life have the greatest ability to derail your career?

•When God called him to face-off against Pharaoh, Moses argued that he was not capable or qualified for the assignment. Are you arguing with God – or disobeying something He has asked you to do?

•Moses suddenly found himself leading a massive organization of several million people. His players complained, questioned his leadership, rebelled against the rules and, in spite of possessing limitless potential, posted 40 years of mediocre seasons. But Moses never let the dream of reaching the Promised Land die. What dreams and promises has God made to you? Don’t give up!

God wants to make a spiritual all-star out of YOU! “You were…created to be like God, truly righteous and holy.” Ephesians 4:24 (GWT)