Exodus 4:13

And he said, O my Lord, send, I pray thee, by the hand of him whom thou wilt send.

Cross-references

Exodus 4:1 Parallel

Exodus 4:1 gives Moses' earlier excuse about unbelief; that verse shows the same reluctance that leads to his outright refusal in the current verse.

1 Kings 19:4 records Elijah's despair and death wish — a strong parallel to Moses' reluctance here, both prophets struggling under their calling.

Jeremiah 1:6 shows Jeremiah's excuse of inability to speak — a parallel to Moses' earlier excuses and his refusal in the current verse, a pattern of prophetic reluctance.

Jeremiah 20:9 describes the burning compulsion to speak God's word despite wanting to stop — a clear contrast to Moses' unwillingness to be sent as God's spokesman.

Ezekiel 3:14 shows the prophet going in bitterness but still obeying — a contrast to Moses' refusal here, highlighting different responses to divine compulsion.

Joshua 24:5 Historical context

Joshua 24:5 recounts God sending Moses and Aaron—affirming that despite Moses' objection, God's plan prevailed.

Acts 9:13 Parallel

Acts 9:13 shows Ananias also arguing with God about his mission, mirroring Moses' reluctance.