But Moses pleaded with the LORD, “O Lord, I’m not very good with words. I never have been, and I’m not now, even though you have spoken to me. I get tongue-tied, and my words get tangled.” Then the LORD asked Moses, “Who makes a person’s mouth? Who decides whether people speak or do not speak, hear or do not hear, see or do not see? Is it not I, the LORD? Now go! I will be with you as you speak, and I will instruct you in what to say.” But Moses again pleaded, “Lord, please! Send anyone else.”
Exodus 4:10-13, NLT
Moses was really trying to get out of doing what God had asked of him. Moses seems like somewhat of a reserved man and apparently not a very good speaker. He was afraid to step out of his box for fear of embarrassing himself and God. But God tends to see things quite differently than we as humans look at ourselves. And God was looking at His task for Moses differently too. God knew that Moses only needed a little help and when that help is from God, He knew Moses would say exactly the right things and take exactly the right actions. God let Moses know that He had created Moses’ mouth and would ensure that Moses would get the words he needed.
It is easy for me to focus on my weaknesses, but if God asks me to do something, then he will help me get the job done.
I procrastinated adding this series to my website, for much of this same type of fear. Who do I think I am? No one, really. I even went so far as to consult with a few minister friends before I began posting. But I have a strong conviction and desire to spread whatever I know with anyone willing to listen. I was (and to some point still am) terrified that I might say the wrong thing.
I know God wants me to spread His Word too. This message was what I needed to hear. If the job involves some of my weak areas, then I can trust that God will provide words, strength, courage, and ability where needed.