Mitch Smith Bible Studies

05/31/2026

Exodus 4:1–7 (KJV) records God's response when Moses doubts that the Israelites will believe that God has appeared to him. God gives Moses three miraculous signs, the first two of which are described in verses 1–7.

Meaning of Exodus 4:1–7

1. The Rod Becomes a Serpent (vv. 1–5)

Moses asks, "But, behold, they will not believe me..."

God tells Moses to cast his shepherd's rod on the ground.

The rod becomes a serpent, and Moses flees from it.

God then commands Moses to take the serpent by the tail, and it becomes a rod again.

Meaning:

The miracle demonstrated God's power over creation and over forces that humans fear.

The rod represented Moses' ordinary life as a shepherd; in God's hands, ordinary things can become instruments of divine power.

In Egypt, the serpent was a symbol associated with royal authority and power. This sign showed that the God of Israel was greater than Egypt's power.

2. The Leprous Hand (vv. 6–7)

God tells Moses to place his hand inside his garment.

When he removes it, it is leprous (white and diseased).

God tells him to place it back inside his garment.

When he removes it again, it is restored.

Meaning:

God demonstrated His authority over both sickness and healing.

The sign showed that God can both judge and restore.

It was evidence that Moses was truly sent by God and not speaking on his own authority.

Purpose of These Signs

The primary purpose was to:

1. Confirm Moses' calling as God's chosen messenger.

2. Convince the Israelites that the God of their fathers had truly appeared to Moses.

3. Strengthen Moses' faith, since he was struggling with fear and self-doubt.

4. Demonstrate God's power over nature, disease, and human circumstances.

5. Prepare for the confrontation with Pharaoh, showing that God's power exceeded that of Egypt and its gods.

Spiritual Lesson

Exodus 4:1–7 teaches that God often calls imperfect and hesitant people to serve Him. When Moses focused on what he lacked, God showed what He could do. The signs were reminders that success would not depend on Moses' abilities, but on God's power working through him.

A key theme of this passage is that God equips those whom He calls. Moses doubted that others would believe him, but God provided the evidence and power necessary to accomplish the mission He had given him.

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05/31/2026

In the KJV Bible, Peter and Andrew were brothers whom Jesus called to become two of His first disciples.

Peter

Simon Peter was originally named Simon. Jesus gave him the name Peter (meaning "stone" or "rock").

Who was he?

A fisherman from the region of Galilee.

Brother of Andrew.

One of Jesus' closest disciples, along with James the Apostle and John the Apostle.

Often spoke on behalf of the disciples.

His purpose

To be a leading witness of Jesus' ministry, death, and resurrection.

To preach the gospel after Christ's resurrection.

To help establish and strengthen the early church.

God used Peter to preach on the Day of Pentecost, when thousands believed (Acts 2).

A famous KJV passage concerning Peter is Matthew 16:18:

> "And I say also unto thee, That thou art Peter, and upon this rock I will build my church..."

Andrew

Andrew the Apostle was also a fisherman and Peter's brother.

Who was he?

Originally a disciple of John the Baptist.

One of the first people to follow Jesus.

The first disciple recorded as bringing others to Christ.

His purpose

To point people to Jesus.

To spread the gospel.

To serve faithfully as one of the Twelve Apostles.

One of Andrew's most important acts was bringing his brother Simon Peter to Jesus (John 1:40–42). In many ways, Andrew's ministry was characterized by introducing others to Christ.

Peter and Andrew Together

The KJV records Jesus calling them while they were fishing:

> "And he saith unto them, Follow me, and I will make you fishers of men." (Matthew 4:19)

Their shared purpose was:

1. To follow Jesus Christ.

2. To learn from Him.

3. To preach the gospel.

4. To help build the early church.

5. To bring people into God's kingdom.

Though Peter became more publicly prominent, Andrew faithfully served alongside the other apostles. Together, these two brothers left their fishing nets to become "fishers of men," helping spread the message of Jesus throughout the world.

05/29/2026

In Exodus 3:12, God speaks to Moses from the burning bush and says:

> “Certainly I will be with thee; and this shall be a token unto thee, that I have sent thee: When thou hast brought forth the people out of Egypt, ye shall serve God upon this mountain.” — Exodus 3:12 (KJV)

The word “token” in the KJV means a sign, proof, confirmation, or evidence.
It was something God gave Moses to assure him that God truly had sent him.

What was the token?

The token was this promise:

> After Moses brought Israel out of Egypt, the people would worship God at the same mountain where Moses met God — Mount Horeb (Sinai).

In other words, the fulfillment itself would become the proof.

Meaning of the token

The token meant:

God’s promise would come to pass.

Moses was not acting on his own authority.

God would truly deliver Israel from bo***ge.

The future worship at the mountain would confirm God’s words.

It was a sign based on faith and fulfillment, not an immediate miracle Moses could instantly see.

Purpose of the token

The purpose was to:

1. Strengthen Moses’ faith.

2. Confirm God’s calling upon Moses.

3. Show that God already knew the outcome before the mission began.

4. Remind Moses that deliverance was ultimately for worship and covenant with God.

The deeper spiritual lesson is that God often gives promises that are fully understood after obedience and fulfillment occur. Moses had to trust God first before seeing the complete evidence of the promise.

05/29/2026

In the KJV, Gospel of Matthew 7:15 says:

> “Beware of false prophets, which come to you in sheep's clothing, but inwardly they are ravening wolves.”

Meaning of Matthew 7:15

Jesus was warning people to be spiritually discerning. A “false prophet” is someone who appears righteous, loving, or godly outwardly, but inwardly is deceptive and dangerous.

“Sheep’s clothing” symbolizes innocence, gentleness, and appearing trustworthy.

“Ravening wolves” symbolizes destruction, deception, greed, and spiritual danger.

The verse teaches that not everyone who claims to speak for God truly does. Some may use religion, influence, or spiritual language to mislead others for power, control, money, or personal gain.

Purpose of the Warning

The purpose was to protect believers from deception and to encourage wisdom and discernment.

Jesus wanted people to:

Test teachings against God’s truth.

Look beyond outward appearances.

Examine a person’s actions and spiritual fruit.

Stay close to God so they are not easily deceived.

A few verses later, Jesus says:

> “Ye shall know them by their fruits.” (Matthew 7:16)

Meaning a person’s true nature is revealed by:

their actions,

character,

teachings,

and the results of their life.

Spiritual Theme

This passage is part of Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount in Gospel of Matthew and emphasizes:

discernment,

truth versus deception,

genuine faith,

and guarding one’s spiritual life.

It remains one of the Bible’s strongest warnings about being careful who we follow spiritually.

05/29/2026

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