Exodus 6:29
Exodus 6:29 in Multiple Translations
He said to him, “I am the LORD; tell Pharaoh king of Egypt everything I say to you.”
That the LORD spake unto Moses, saying, I am the LORD: speak thou unto Pharaoh king of Egypt all that I say unto thee.
that Jehovah spake unto Moses, saying, I am Jehovah: speak thou unto Pharaoh king of Egypt all that I speak unto thee.
The Lord said to Moses, I am the Lord: say to Pharaoh, king of Egypt, everything I am saying to you.
he said to him, “I am the Lord. Tell Pharaoh, king of Egypt, all that I tell you.”
When the Lord, I say, spake vnto Moses, saying, I am the Lord, speake thou vnto Pharaoh the King of Egypt all that I say vnto thee,
that Jehovah speaketh unto Moses, saying, 'I [am] Jehovah, speak unto Pharaoh king of Egypt all that I am speaking unto thee.'
The LORD said to Moses, “I am the LORD. Tell Pharaoh king of Egypt all that I tell you.”
That the LORD spoke to Moses, saying, I am the LORD: speak thou to Pharaoh, king of Egypt, all that I say to thee.
And the Lord spoke to Moses, saying: I am the Lord: speak thou to Pharao king of Egypt all that I say to thee.
he said, “I am Yahweh. You must tell the king everything that I say to you.”
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Hebrew Word Reference — Exodus 6:29
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Context — Genealogies of Moses and Aaron
29He said to him, “I am the LORD; tell Pharaoh king of Egypt everything I say to you.”
30But in the LORD’s presence Moses replied, “Since I am unskilled in speech, why would Pharaoh listen to me?”Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Exodus 6:11 | “Go and tell Pharaoh king of Egypt to let the Israelites go out of his land.” |
| 2 | Exodus 7:2 | You are to speak all that I command you, and your brother Aaron is to tell Pharaoh to let the Israelites go out of his land. |
| 3 | Exodus 6:2 | God also told Moses, “I am the LORD. |
| 4 | Exodus 6:8 | And I will bring you into the land that I swore to give to Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. I will give it to you as a possession. I am the LORD!’” |
| 5 | Exodus 6:6 | Therefore tell the Israelites: ‘I am the LORD, and I will bring you out from under the yoke of the Egyptians and deliver you from their bondage. I will redeem you with an outstretched arm and with mighty acts of judgment. |
| 6 | Jeremiah 23:28 | Let the prophet who has a dream retell it, but let him who has My word speak it truthfully. For what is straw compared to grain?” declares the LORD. |
| 7 | Ezekiel 3:17 | “Son of man, I have made you a watchman for the house of Israel. Whenever you hear a word from My mouth, give them a warning from Me. |
| 8 | Acts 20:27 | For I did not shrink back from declaring to you the whole will of God. |
| 9 | Jeremiah 1:17–19 | Get yourself ready. Stand up and tell them everything that I command you. Do not be intimidated by them, or I will terrify you before them. Now behold, this day I have made you like a fortified city, an iron pillar, and bronze walls against the whole land—against the kings of Judah, its officials, its priests, and the people of the land. They will fight against you but will never overcome you, since I am with you to deliver you,” declares the LORD. |
| 10 | Matthew 28:20 | and teaching them to obey all that I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, even to the end of the age.” |
Exodus 6:29 Summary
[In Exodus 6:29, God tells Moses to speak His words to Pharaoh, even though Moses feels inadequate, as seen in Exodus 6:30. This shows that God is more concerned with our obedience than our abilities, as seen in Samuel 15:22-23. He wants us to trust in His power and authority, rather than our own strengths or weaknesses, as promised in Isaiah 41:10. By doing so, we can be faithful messengers of God's words and will, just like Moses.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of God saying 'I am the LORD' in Exodus 6:29?
When God says 'I am the LORD', He is emphasizing His sovereignty and authority, as seen in other passages like Ezekiel 36:23 and Isaiah 45:5-6, reminding Moses and Pharaoh of His power and majesty.
Why does God instruct Moses to tell Pharaoh everything He says?
God wants Moses to be His messenger, speaking His words to Pharaoh, just as He instructed Moses in Exodus 4:12, to demonstrate His authority and to bring about the liberation of the Israelites from Egyptian bondage, as promised in Exodus 3:10.
How does this verse relate to Moses' concerns about his speaking abilities?
This verse comes right before Moses expresses his concerns about being 'unskilled in speech' in Exodus 6:30, highlighting God's awareness of Moses' limitations, yet still choosing him as His messenger, similar to how God used other imperfect individuals like Jeremiah, as seen in Jeremiah 1:6-10.
What can we learn from God's command to Moses in this verse?
We can learn that God often calls us to do things that are beyond our natural abilities, but He promises to be with us and enable us, as seen in Isaiah 41:10 and Matthew 28:20, and that we should trust in His power and authority rather than our own strengths or weaknesses.
Reflection Questions
- What are some areas in my life where I feel like I'm being called to do something beyond my natural abilities, and how can I trust in God's power and authority in those situations?
- How can I, like Moses, be a faithful messenger of God's words and will, even when it's difficult or uncomfortable?
- What are some ways that I can remind myself of God's sovereignty and authority, like He reminds Moses in this verse, and how can that impact my daily life and decisions?
- In what ways can I, like Moses, surrender my limitations and weaknesses to God, and trust that He will use me for His purposes, as seen in Exodus 4:12 and Jeremiah 1:6-10?
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Sermons on Exodus 6:29
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(Exodus) Exodus 5:1-23 by J. Vernon McGee | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the increasing difficulty faced by the Israelites in their servitude to Pharaoh. The officers of the Israelites cry out to Pharaoh, complainin |
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(Exodus) Exodus 6:1-5 by J. Vernon McGee | In this sermon, the preacher focuses on Exodus 6:2-4, where God reveals himself to Moses as Jehovah, the self-existing one. The preacher emphasizes that God is who he says he is an |
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The Danger of a Compromised Life by Greg Laurie | In this sermon titled "The Danger of a Compromised Life," Pastor Greg Laurie discusses the story of Moses and the Israelites in the book of Exodus. He highlights how the Israelites |
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Justification and Sanctification 2 (Romans 5:3) by Ernest O'Neill | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the importance of surrendering our lives to God and allowing Him to direct our paths. They emphasize that we often change the ground of our ju |
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The Battle for Israel Pt 2 by Billy Strachan | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the theme of the end times and its relevance to all professing Christians. He refers to Matthew 24, where Jesus talks about the signs of the e |
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Regeneration & Self-Denial by Paul Washer | In this sermon, the speaker addresses the issue of churches abandoning biblical terminology and relying on church growth methodologies. He emphasizes the need for truth that goes b |
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A Call for Prophetic Evangelistic Preaching by Alan Redpath | In this sermon, the preacher discusses a controversy between God and his people. He highlights how God had shown immense love and care for his people, providing for their needs and |






