Tell the Stories

"Then the Lord said to Moses, 'Go to Pharaoh, for I have hardened his heart and the heart of his servants, that I may perform these signs of Mine among them, and that you may tell in the hearing of your son, and of your grandson, how I made a mockery of the Egyptians and how I performed My signs among them, that you may know that I am the Lord.'" -Exodus 10.1-2

Egypt has been through some hard times recently, but God isn't done yet. He hardens Pharaoh's heart so that He can show His power to His people. But the signs He is about to perform are not simply for this generation, the stories are to be passed down so that each generation may know that the Lord is God.

Up until Moses came to Egypt all they had were the stories of God's promises to Abraham and his descendants. They knew the story of his faithfulness, but what stories were there of God's power? Now God is showing them first hand what He can do, and just as they passed down the stories from Abraham, they are to pass these down as well. They are to tell of the wonders God did to set them free from slavery so that all generations will know that God will take care of His people.

Men, what stories of God's power and provision have been passed down to you? We still read the stories of the ten plagues, as well as the rest of the Bible. We have records of the great things God has done, but what about the personal stuff? What has God done in your own family? How has He taken care of your parents and grandparents?

Maybe you're the first one to trust God in your family. Maybe the stories begin with you. How has God worked in your life? Where have you seen His power and provision? Pass those stories down. Share about the time He provided the exact amount of money you needed to pay the bills or rent. Share about how God provided groceries unexpectedly. Share the story of how God delivered you from addiction. These are the stories that your children and grandchildren need to hear.

Yes, read them the Bible and share about the great things God did, but remember we serve a living God who is still at work today. Let them know that God still takes care of His people and provides for their needs. Let them know that God still delivers His people from slavery.

Tell the stories.

"Iron sharpens iron, so one man sharpens another."

To God alone be the Glory!

Strength and Honor