Theme: Suffering for righteousness' sake. Both Jeremiah and Peter rebelled against the idea of suffering for the sake of the kingdom of God; both of them had to be reprimanded by God and brought back into a state of obedience.

COMMENTARY

Old Testament: Exodus 3:1-15
Moses observes the mysterious burning bush on Mount Horeb and draws closer for an examination. An angelic presence is seen in the fire and then the voice of God calls out to Moses. The voice identifies himself as the God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob, telling him that he has heard the cries of oppression coming from the Hebrew slaves in Egypt and has determined to bring them into their promised land. God chooses Moses for the task, who straight away makes excuses. God assures Moses of his presence and aid in accomplishing this …