Exodus 3:15

And God said moreover unto Moses, Thus shalt thou say unto the children of Israel, The Lord God of your fathers, the God of Abraham, the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob, hath sent me unto you: this is my name for ever, and this is my memorial unto all generations.

Exodus 3:15 (KJV)

Context

At the burning bush on Mount Horeb, God commissions Moses to deliver Israel from Egypt. Moses asks for God’s name, and God answers with a message for the Israelites. This verse is the climax of that self-revelation, linking the divine name to the patriarchs.

Meaning

God tells Moses to say, “The LORD God of your fathers, the God of Abraham, the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob.” The name “LORD” (YHWH) is God’s personal covenant name, first explained in Exodus 3:14 as “I AM THAT I AM.” Here, God ties that name to the patriarchs, showing He is the same God who promised land and blessing to them. This reassures Israel that the God who acted for their ancestors now acts for them.

God declares, “this is my name for ever, and this is my memorial unto all generations.” The name is not temporary; it endures forever. The word “memorial” means God’s mighty acts and covenant faithfulness are to be recalled in worship and proclamation. Every generation must remember and honor Him by this name.

Biblical connections

This verse connects to the New Testament, where Jesus Christ fulfills God’s promises to Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. The same God who revealed Himself to Moses is fully revealed in Christ, though the text itself does not state this explicitly.

Application

Believers today can trust God’s unchanging nature and His faithfulness to His covenant promises. Just as Moses spoke God’s name to Israel, Christians are called to proclaim His name and faithfulness to future generations.

Reflection

God’s name is tied to His character and His faithful promises. He is the same God who has worked throughout history, and He remains worthy of honor and remembrance forever.