God's Glory Church

“And she called his name Moses, and said: ‘for I drew him out of the water.'” — Exodus 2:10

Their exact age is unknown. One was found on the steps of the church, the other only knew about herself that she was raised by nuns. Born in Poland during the Second World War, Galina and Khrystyna did not know anything about each other for eight years. And then the results of the DNA test showed that they were sisters, and then there was a joyful reunion. And it also turned out that they were of Jewish origin, and this explained why they were thrown. Evil people were ready to kill newborns solely because of their nationality.

As I imagined a frightened mother leaving her babies at the church door, I remembered the story of Moses. The Jewish boy was also condemned to death (see Exodus 1:22). However, the mother thoughtfully put him in a basket and left him in a reed near the bank of the Nile (Ex. 2:3). God had a plan that she could not imagine: to save all His people through this baby.

The story of Moses points to the story of Jesus Christ. As Pharaoh killed Jewish babies, so Herod ordered the extermination of boys two years old and under in Bethlehem (see Matt. 2:13-16).

Behind this hatred (especially towards children) is our enemy – the devil. However, his attacks are unable to catch God off guard. He had a plan for Moses, and He also had a plan for you and me. And through Jesus Christ, He revealed to us His main plan: to save those who were once His enemies.

How have God’s plans been fulfilled in your life? How did He save you?

Heavenly Father, there is so much evil in the world! Thank You for salvation. Help me to trust in Your perfect plan.

Author: Tim Gustavson