COMMENTARY

Old Testament: Exodus 3:1-15
Moses is called to deliver God's people from bondage in Egypt. While tending his father-in-law's sheep Moses is called by Yahweh to return to Egypt to lead out his oppressed people. First Yahweh must get Moses' attention by having a bush burn without burning up. Because God is present, Moses is ordered to remove his sandals, for he is on holy ground. Wherever God exists, the place becomes sacred. Yahweh tells Moses that he is concerned about his people in slavery and commands him to lead them out to a good land. Moses feels inadequate to do this, but Yahweh promises to be with him.

Old Testament: Jeremiah 20:7-9
Live a life of love.

Old Testament: Jeremiah 15:15-21
God assures Jeremiah that he will be delivered from those who persecute him for pre…