Parashat Shemot
God sees potential within us that we cannot yet see ourselves, just as a gardener chooses plants for their future blossoms rather than their current appearance. Through Moses’ calling, we learn that God often works beneath the surface during difficult seasons, developing our spiritual root systems before bringing forth visible fruit. When God calls us to seemingly impossible tasks, He doesn’t just issue commands – He equips us with His presence, provision, and power. Moses faced identity crises, self-doubt, and feelings of inadequacy, yet God answered each objection with promises of divine assistance. Our calling may feel beyond our reach, but God enables us to stretch beyond natural limitations when we trust Him as our source.