Introduction
In the year 2023, we revisit the biblical story of Moses and his journey towards the Promised Land. In particular, we focus on the lesser-known story of Moses and his wife, Zipporah. This story is a testament to the power of love and faithfulness, and how it can overcome even the greatest obstacles.
Moses’ Early Life
Moses was born during a time when the Pharaoh of Egypt had ordered the killing of all male Hebrew babies. His mother, Jochebed, placed Moses in a basket and set him adrift on the Nile River, where he was found and adopted by the Pharaoh’s daughter.
As Moses grew older, he became aware of his Hebrew heritage and felt a strong sense of obligation to help his people. One day, he saw an Egyptian taskmaster beating a Hebrew slave, and in a fit of rage, Moses killed the taskmaster. Fearing for his life, he fled to the land of Midian.
Meeting Zipporah
While in Midian, Moses met Zipporah, the daughter of a priest named Jethro. Moses was immediately drawn to Zipporah’s beauty and kindness, and he soon fell in love with her. They were married, and Zipporah bore Moses two sons, Gershom and Eliezer.
The Burning Bush
Years later, Moses was tending his flock when he came across a burning bush that was not consumed by the flames. It was there that God spoke to Moses and told him to return to Egypt to free the Hebrews from slavery.
With Zipporah’s support, Moses set out on his mission. However, along the way, they encountered a life-threatening obstacle.
The Circumcision
As they were traveling, God appeared to Moses and threatened to kill him because his sons had not been circumcised. Zipporah, knowing the seriousness of the situation, quickly circumcised her sons and threw the foreskins at Moses’ feet, saying, “Surely you are a bridegroom of blood to me.”
Moses and Zipporah had faced a great challenge, but their love and faithfulness to God had prevailed.
The Exodus
Moses and Zipporah continued their journey to Egypt, where they met with Aaron and began to confront Pharaoh. After enduring many plagues, Pharaoh finally relented and released the Hebrews from slavery.
Moses and Zipporah led the Hebrews out of Egypt and towards the Promised Land. Along the way, they faced many challenges, but their love and faithfulness to each other and to God remained strong.
Conclusion
The story of Moses and Zipporah is a beautiful example of love and faithfulness. Despite facing many obstacles, they remained committed to each other and to their mission. Their story reminds us that love and faithfulness can conquer all, and that even in the darkest of times, there is always hope.
Let us take inspiration from Moses and Zipporah’s story and strive to be as loving and faithful in our own lives.
