This Ethiopian wife may have been Zipporah, or some other woman whom Moses married after his first wife’s death. That Moses, the great lawgiver and leader, who could rule a turbulent multitude and face the great king of Egypt, should take the taunts of his brother and sister so quietly, indicates how deep and far-reaching had been the transformation of his character. Compare Exodus 2:12, etc. “Fret not thyself because of evildoers. . . . Rest in the Lord and wait patiently for him.” Ps. 37.

When we hand our cause over to God he comes down, v. 5. He rebukes the enemy and avenger. Be faithful to him and you may reckon on his faithfulness to you! That commendation of faithfulness, which Moses received, may be won by all! See Mark 13: 34.

Our intercession may bring pardon and healing; but sin leaves its mark, v. 15. You are shut out of the enjoyment of the camp, and the march is delayed. Ponder James 3:5, 6,