Wiersbe's Expository Outlines on the Old Testament

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“When believers have a true experience with the Lord, it does not make them proud; rather, it humbles and breaks them.” (Isaiah 6:5–7)

“The verb ‘made’ in v. 22 is actually the word ‘built,’ as one would build a temple. The fact that Eve was made from Adam shows the unity of the human race and the dignity of woman. It has been remarked that Eve was made, not from the man’s feet to be trampled by him, or from his head to rule over him, but from his side, to be near his heart and loved by him.” (Genesis 2:18–25)

“Each of the OT names for God is seen in this psalm: Jehovah-Jireh, ‘The Lord will provide’ (Gen. 22:13–14); Jehovah-Rapha, ‘The Lord will heal or restore’ (Ex. 15:26); Jehovah-Shalom, ‘The Lord our peace’ (Jud. 6:24); Jehovah-Tsidkenu, ‘The Lord our righteousness,’ (Jer. 23:6); Jehovah-Shammah, ‘The Lord is there,’ (Ezek. 48:35); Jehovah-Nissi, ‘The Lord our banner’ (Ex. 17:8–15); and Jehovah-Raah, ‘The Lord my shepherd’ (Ps. 23:1). In other words, Jesus Christ is to His sheep all that they ever need. As the little child said when misquoting this psalm, ‘The Lord is my shepherd—what more shall I want?’” (Psalm 22–24)

“‘I shall not want’ is the theme of Ps. 23. ‘I shall not want’ for: rest and refreshment (v. 2), restoration and righteousness (v. 3), protection in trouble (v. 4), provision in the wilderness (v. 5), and a home to go to at the end of the day (v. 6).” (Psalm 22–24)

“The burning bush had a threefold significance. It was a picture of God (Deut. 33:16), for it revealed His glory and power, yet it was not consumed. Moses needed to be reminded of the glory and power of God, for he was about to undertake an impossible task. Second, the bush symbolized Israel going through the fire of affliction, but not consumed. How often nations have tried to exterminate the Jews, yet have failed! Finally, the bush illustrated Moses—a humble shepherd, who with God’s help would become a fire that could not be put out! Note that Moses was brought to the place where he bowed before God and adored Him in wonder, for this is the true beginning of Christian service. Servants who know how to take off their shoes in humility can be used of God to walk in power.” (Exodus 3:1–6)