God’s Power to Do God’s Work | Kevin McKay

Kevin McKay turns to Exodus 4 to encourage discouraged pastors by showing where true ministerial confidence must come from. Moses, called to lead Israel out of Egypt, responds with a cascade of excuses rooted in fear, insecurity, and unbelief. McKay notes that modern pastors often face similar doubts—people question not only the truth of Christianity but also its goodness; congregations often live as if God’s promises are not real; and pastors feel their weaknesses acutely.In Exodus 4:1–9, Moses fears the people will not believe him. God answers not by boosting Moses’ self-esteem but by giving assurances of His own presence—signs that demonstrate God’s sovereign power over life and death. Likewise, pastors today have a greater assurance: the resurrection of Jesus and the indwelling Holy Spirit, proving that God truly speaks through His servants.When Moses protests his lack of eloquence (4:10–12), God reminds him that He made the human mouth and will supply the words. McKay urges pastors to rely on God’s sufficient help, not their own abilities. Even when Moses finally pleads, “Send someone else,” God shows patience but exposes the unbelief behind such excuses.The takeaway: ministry confidence does not flow from skill, personality, or results, but from God’s power, God’s promises, and God’s presence through Jesus—the greater Moses—who equips His servants by the Spirit to speak His Word with boldness.