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Come, Follow Me · Week 13 · March 23–29

Exodus 1–6

This Week's Reading

This week’s reading in Exodus chapters 1 through 6 recounts the rise of a new Egyptian king who oppressed the Israelites, the birth and early life of Moses, his flight to Midian, and God’s first call to him at the burning bush. The narrative teaches us that even when human rulers try to crush God’s people, their plans fail because God remembers His covenant and acts with a strong hand to deliver His children. We see the faithfulness of God in preserving the lives of Hebrew boys through the midwives Shiphrah and Puah, who feared Him above all else. The story also highlights Moses’ humility and his initial fear when called, reminding us that God often chooses those who feel inadequate to accomplish great works for His glory.

Key Passages

  • Exodus 1:17 The midwives Shiphrah and Puah saved the male children because they feared God, showing that obedience to divine principles is more important than obeying unjust human commands.
  • Exodus 3:2–3 Moses encountered the Angel of the Lord in a burning bush that was not consumed, a miraculous sign revealing God’s presence and power in the midst of suffering.
  • Exodus 6:6 God promised to redeem His people with a stretched out arm and great judgments, declaring Himself as the one who would bring them out of bondage.
  • Exodus 6:7 God declared that He would take the Israelites for His own people and be their God, establishing a personal relationship based on His covenant promises.

Questions to Ponder

  1. How does the story of the midwives encourage you to trust in God even when facing difficult or illegal commands from others?
  2. In what ways do you feel oppressed or burdened today, and how can you rely on God’s promise to remember your groaning?
  3. Why was Moses afraid when God called him, and how does his story comfort those who feel unworthy of their calling?
  4. How does the fact that God remembered His covenant with Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob strengthen your faith in His promises to you?

A Thought to Take Home

God never forgets His people, even when they are in deep bondage or feeling hopeless. He sees our struggles, remembers His ancient promises, and always has a plan to bring us out of our trials with power and glory. Just as He delivered Israel from Egypt, He is ready to deliver you from any burden that weighs you down today.

Further study Exodus 1:8–17, Exodus 2:10–15, Exodus 3:1–3, Exodus 5:1–10, Exodus 6:1–10

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This guide was prepared with AI from the scriptures and checked against the text; it can still make mistakes. For the Church's own guidance, read the official Come, Follow Me manual for this week. Nephite Atlas is not affiliated with The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.