Join Profs. Rolf Jacob, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Karoline Lewis on "I Love to Tell the Story" as they explore the pivotal moment when God reveals the divine name to Moses at the burning bush. In this episode covering the fourth Sunday of the Narrative Lectionary (September 28), our hosts dive deep into Exodus 2:23-3:15, examining Moses' call and the profound revelation of God's name as "I AM."

This episode unpacks the gospel message embedded in the Old Testament - how God hears, remembers, looks, and takes notice of suffering. The hosts discuss the relational nature of God's covenant with Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, and explore the significance of God's willingness to reveal the divine name as an act of intimacy and commitment.

Key topics covered: * The preparation for Moses' call through the women in his life * God's response to Israel's cry for help in slavery * The mystery and meaning of God's name "I AM WHO I AM" * Connections to John's Gospel and Jesus' "I AM" statements * Moses' reluctance and excuses when called by God * The importance of curiosity and willingness to "turn aside and see"

Whether you're a pastor preparing for Sunday worship, a Bible study leader, or someone interested in narrative theology, this conversation offers fresh insights into one of the most significant encounters between God and humanity in Scripture.

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Follow along with the commentary on Exodus 2:23-25; 3:1-15; 4:10-17 written by Justin Michael Reed at https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/gods-name-is-revealed/commentary-on-exodus-223-25-31-15-410-17-3.

Watch this episode on YouTube at https://youtu.be/zLB_RHNuipE.