

I AM: The Name of God
21 snips Sep 6, 2025
Explore Moses' awe-inspiring encounter with God in the burning bush, unveiling themes of holiness and divine compassion. Delve into the dialogue that reveals God's character, addressing common misconceptions about His identity. Examine a thought-provoking debate contrasting a personal God with a vague higher power. Discover how God's name, 'I am who I am,' shapes our identities and relationships. The discussion highlights humanity's dependence on divine authority, painting a vivid picture of our connection to the sacred.
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God's Knowledge Motivates Action
- God sees, hears, and knows the oppression of his people rather than being blind or ignorant.
- R.C. Sproul emphasizes God's active, informed concern as the basis for divine action to deliver Israel.
Knowing God Reveals Who We Are
- Encountering God's holiness reveals our true identity and sinfulness.
- Sproul links Moses' fear and Isaiah's confession to the transforming knowledge of who God is.
Rely On God's Presence When Called
- Do not fixate only on your own identity when God calls you; rely on God's presence instead.
- Sproul highlights God's promise, I will certainly be with you, as the primary assurance for Moses' mission.