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How do we know that Moses' parents acted out of faith?

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Moses' parents acted out of faith as Hebrews 11:23 explicitly states that they hid him because they saw he was a proper child and were not afraid of the king's commandment.

It is clear from Hebrews 11:23 that the act of hiding Moses was driven by faith, rather than mere parental instinct. Their decision was based on spiritual insight—they recognized something unique about Moses, indicating a divine purpose for his life. This perception, described in the passage as seeing Moses as a 'proper child,' was not mere parental admiration but a discernment born of faith, possibly influenced by divine revelation. This faith enabled them to disregard Pharaoh's command, revealing their prioritization of God's will over earthly authority. Thus, their actions serve as a model of faithfulness in the face of adversity, substantiating that their motivations were deeply rooted in a theological understanding of God's promises.
Scripture References: Hebrews 11:23, Acts 5:29

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