Exodus 2:1-10

“The Hand that Rocks the Cradle is the Hand that Rules the World” is a poem by William Ross Wallace. The poem showcases the impact that a mother can have. It isn’t just within her family; she has a far-reaching influence.

By observing Jochebed as a mother, we can see qualities that make a woman a good mother and a powerful force in the world.

• Her compelling love
  • He was a beautiful child
    • The same was said of Jesus in Luke 2:40 & Luke 2:52
  • A compulsion to spare this child from the ruler’s edict
    • Midwives were to destroy male babies at birth
    • Authorities would murder them
• Her creativity
  • A basket
  • A watchful eye
    • It was not just Miriam, Moses’ sister, watching him. The eye of the Lord was on him as well
• Her crowning privilege
  • Raise her own child
    • Watching for his physical well-being
    • Teaching him about God
  • Observing as Moses took his place in God’s plan

What does Jochebed say to a 20th-century mother who is facing hard times?

• Never lose hope
• Never give up on God’s promises
• Never underestimate God and what He can do