Wednesday – May 6

Moses, Godly Leader – Sabbath School Lesson Study

This Sabbath School lesson study on Moses, godly leader shows how a close relationship with God through prayer shapes true leadership and spiritual strength.

Bible Focus

• Exodus 33:15–23
• Exodus 32:1–14, 31–34
• Deuteronomy 9:20
• Numbers 12:13
• Matthew 5:44
• Colossians 3:13

Spirit of Prophecy Focus

• Patriarchs and Prophets, pp. 317–318 by Ellen G. White

Moses, Godly Leader Summary

• Moses had a close relationship with God.
• His strength came from constant communication with Him.
• He spoke with God often and openly.
• His prayers were personal and direct.
• Moses depended on God for guidance.
• He did not lead by his own wisdom.
• In Exodus 33, Moses asked God to go with them.
• He knew God’s presence was everything.
• He desired to know God more deeply.
• He even asked to see God’s glory.
• Moses often interceded for others.
• He stood between God and the people.
• When Israel sinned with the golden calf, Moses prayed.
• He pleaded for God’s mercy on them.
• God was ready to destroy the people.
• But Moses’ prayer made a difference.
• He chose others over himself.
• He refused personal gain at their expense.
• Moses also prayed for Aaron.
• Aaron had sinned, yet Moses interceded for him.
• He prayed for Miriam as well.
• She had spoken against him.
• Moses did not seek revenge.
• He chose forgiveness and compassion.
• He reflected God’s character in his actions.
• He showed grace even when hurt.
• This reveals true spiritual leadership.
• It is rooted in humility and love.
• God calls us to do the same.
• We are to forgive and pray for others.
• Even those who hurt us need our prayers.
• This is not natural, but it is Christlike.

Question

• What made Moses a strong and godly leader?

Answer

• His constant communication with God and his willingness to intercede, forgive, and depend fully on God.

Reflection

• Do you pray for those who have wronged you, or do you hold on to hurt?

Takeaway

• True leadership and spiritual strength come from staying close to God and showing His grace to others.

Continue Studying

• To deepen your study, explore the official Sabbath School lesson: https://absg.sspmadventist.org/
• You can also continue with:
  • • Tuesday: Enoch Walked and Talked
    • Lesson 6 Overview
    • Thursday Lesson Study