I imagine most of us have asked the same question Moses did of God.
Standing in front of a burning bush, Moses isn't convinced God's plan to confront Pharaoh is well thought out. Maybe this voice didn't really know who it was talking to. So, Moses says, "Who am I?"
Who am I to talk to Pharaoh? Who am I to lead a people?
The thing is, Moses knew who he was. But we are sure God did, too. What's funny is that the Lord didn't give a pep talk or motivational speech. God didn't really answer the question in a way any of us would probably expect.
Moses asks, "Who am I?" and God's response is, "I will be with you," that’s who!
If you ever struggle to change the way you see yourself, maybe start by refocusing on what you believe about God.
Because the force of God's plan was not Moses' ability or identity. It was God's presence.
I wonder how often we wrestle with trying to qualify ourselves for what God already qualified us with God's own presence. It's tempting to measure your calling by your ability, your personality, or even your fears. But God measures it differently.
Now, Moses was right to feel small. Remember, he was an on-the-run murderer. Thankfully, God never told Moses he was enough. God was telling Moses, "I am enough."
Thankfully, your calling never rests fully on your capabilities. What's before you may be bigger than you, but it is never bigger than the One going with you.
It's totally fine to wonder, "Who am I?" But never forget the better question, "Who is with me?"
If God is with you, you are not disqualified or unequipped. And that means you are not sent because you are strong enough, but because God is present enough.
Stay blessed...john
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