If I could sit down with Moses today, I’d have so many questions to ask him. His life was full of incredible moments—divine encounters, miracles, leadership challenges, and deep lessons in faith and obedience. While he is known as one of the greatest leaders in the Bible, he was also human. He wrestled with doubt, frustration, and fear, just like we do. If given the chance, these are the five questions I would love to ask him:
1. What was it really like standing before the burning bush? Were you terrified or in awe?
The burning bush was one of the most awe-inspiring moments in Scripture. Imagine seeing a bush on fire, but it never burned up. And then, suddenly, hearing the voice of God calling your name! I’d love to ask Moses if he was frozen with fear or overwhelmed by the holiness of the moment. Did he question his own sanity? Did he immediately recognize it was God, or did it take time to sink in?
I can only imagine Moses standing there barefoot, feeling the weight of God’s presence as he received his calling. And yet, despite this divine moment, Moses still doubted himself. That gives me comfort—if someone as great as Moses had moments of hesitation, then maybe my own moments of doubt don’t disqualify me from being used by God.
2. How did it feel when you first saw God part the Red Sea? Did you have any doubts?
This is one of the most jaw-dropping miracles in the Bible. The Israelites were trapped—water ahead, Pharaoh’s army behind. But then, God stepped in.
I’d love to ask Moses if he had even a shred of doubt before the waters split. Was there a brief moment where he wondered, "What if this doesn’t work?" Or was he so confident in God’s power that he had no hesitation? And what was it like leading thousands of people through walls of water? Did he hear the roar of the sea? Feel the mist on his face? Were there children laughing, or was there an eerie silence as they hurried through?
I often wish I had the faith to stand before an impossible situation and trust that God will make a way. Maybe Moses would remind me that faith isn’t about never having doubts, but about stepping forward even when you do.
3. What was going through your mind when you struck the rock instead of speaking to it?
Moses had seen so many miracles, yet in one moment of frustration, he disobeyed God’s command. Instead of speaking to the rock to bring forth water, he struck it. That act of disobedience cost him the chance to enter the Promised Land.
I’d love to ask Moses what he was feeling in that moment. Was he just so exhausted and frustrated with the people that he acted in anger? Did he realize right away that he had made a mistake? How did he find peace knowing that he wouldn’t step foot in the land he had worked so hard to reach?
This question reminds me how important obedience is. Even when we’re tired, frustrated, or feeling justified in our actions, we must listen to God’s instructions. One moment of disobedience can have lasting consequences, but even in that, God’s grace is still present.
4. What advice would you give modern-day Christians who feel unqualified for God’s calling?
Moses is the perfect person to ask about this because he was full of excuses when God called him. “I’m not good enough,” “I don’t speak well,” “Please send someone else.” And yet, God used him mightily.
I’d love to hear Moses’ advice for those of us who feel like we don’t measure up. Would he remind us that God equips the called? Would he tell us to step forward in faith, even when we don’t feel ready? If Moses, with all his doubts and flaws, could lead an entire nation, then surely God can use us too.
5. If you could give one message to today’s world about faith and obedience, what would it be?
Moses saw firsthand what happens when people trust God—and when they don’t. He witnessed miracles, received the Ten Commandments, and led a people who often struggled with faith.
If he could leave us with one final lesson, what would it be? Would he urge us to trust God even when His timing doesn’t make sense? Would he remind us that obedience, even in the small things, matters? Or would he simply say, "Don’t let fear stop you—God is bigger than anything you face"?
Moses’ story is proof that God calls ordinary people to do extraordinary things. His life wasn’t perfect, but his faithfulness to God’s calling changed history. If Moses were here today, I think he’d tell us to trust, obey, and walk forward—even when we don’t have all the answers.
