Lesson 7 of 26 in a series on Old Testament Vistas. This one is on Exodus 1-15. It was presented November 21, 2010, at Palm Desert Church of Christ, by Dale Wells.
Joshua gathered the tribes of Israel and recounted God's faithfulness in delivering them from slavery in Egypt and guiding them to the promised land despite opposition from Balak, king of Moab, who tried to curse them by hiring Balaam. God instead put blessings on the Israelites through Balaam. However, the Israelites later brought God's anger on themselves by worshipping Baal and joining in sacrifices to Moabite gods, leading to a plague that killed 24,000 until Phinehas intervened.
This document contains several passages from the Bible discussing the power and importance of God's word. It describes God's word as being like rain that waters the earth and allows it to bear fruit. God's word is also compared to a fire and hammer that breaks rocks. The passages encourage having faith in God and not doubting. They tell the story of a king who became ill and sent messengers to inquire of a false god, but was told by Elijah that there is a God in Israel and he would not recover from his illness.
The document summarizes the story of Judges 3-5, which describes how the Israelites were oppressed by King Jabin and his army commander Sisera for 20 years. God raised up judges like Deborah, Barak, and Jael to deliver the Israelites. Deborah told Barak that God would help him defeat Sisera at Mount Tabor. During the battle, heavy rains came and routed Sisera's army. Sisera fled on foot and was later killed by Jael, who drove a nail through his head while he slept. The document provides context and background on the key figures and events in the story.
Trance states described in the Bible.
The document discusses several examples of trance states experienced by biblical figures, including Abram's visions, Balaam the diviner's prophecies, King Saul's experience among prophets, Peter's vision telling him to "Rise, kill and eat," and Paul's vision while praying in the temple. It provides background on these figures and biblical passages describing their trances, which involved revelations, visions, or being "out of themselves" in an absorbed state to receive divine messages.
How a person handles failure can mean the difference between living a life of victory or living a life filled with bitterness, hostility and anger. "Turning Failures into Faith" is a sermon that looks into a passage in the Bible where the Israelites failed during the time of Joshua but because they turned to God for faith they became victorious once again.
Ashdod was one of the five major Philistine cities located along the Mediterranean coast. The people of Ashdod worshipped Dagon, a fish-god idol, and attempted to integrate their worship of Dagon with worship of the God of Israel by bringing the Ark of God to the temple of Dagon. However, God demonstrated his power over Dagon by causing the idol to fall and break before the Ark. Integration with false gods leads to their mineralization and the demise of those who worship them, as integrating foreign beliefs corrupts and destroys God's people. God will judge those who worship other gods and integrate false beliefs.
The document discusses the biblical story of the binding of Isaac and its significance. It provides context on the Hebrew calendar and holidays. The core of the story is summarized in 3 parts: 1) God commands Abraham to sacrifice his son Isaac, 2) Abraham binds Isaac and is about to sacrifice him when 3) an angel stops Abraham and a ram is provided as the sacrifice instead. The document analyzes how this story shows that testing is real, relational and ultimately resolved through God's intervention.
Ron Winestock's first talk addressing the concept of Tzim Tzum.
This talk will expand your horizons and blow your minds - in a good way. Ron, building on his Jewish heritage, begins with Job and the complexity of life. It isn't straightforward or fair. He then traces how the great Jewish thinkers combed through the OT for centuries looking for answers to Job's big questions. They came up with the brilliant concept of 'Tzim Tzum' around the 11th century AD. In essence - it means God's greatness manifests itself in containment and concealment, not explosive 'power'. Elijah's still small voice. We finish with a picture of God that seems to point straight to Jesus and the mystery of the Cross. You will have to listen a couple of times!!
Joshua gathered the tribes of Israel and recounted God's faithfulness in delivering them from slavery in Egypt and guiding them to the promised land despite opposition from Balak, king of Moab, who tried to curse them by hiring Balaam. God instead put blessings on the Israelites through Balaam. However, the Israelites later brought God's anger on themselves by worshipping Baal and joining in sacrifices to Moabite gods, leading to a plague that killed 24,000 until Phinehas intervened.
This document contains several passages from the Bible discussing the power and importance of God's word. It describes God's word as being like rain that waters the earth and allows it to bear fruit. God's word is also compared to a fire and hammer that breaks rocks. The passages encourage having faith in God and not doubting. They tell the story of a king who became ill and sent messengers to inquire of a false god, but was told by Elijah that there is a God in Israel and he would not recover from his illness.
The document summarizes the story of Judges 3-5, which describes how the Israelites were oppressed by King Jabin and his army commander Sisera for 20 years. God raised up judges like Deborah, Barak, and Jael to deliver the Israelites. Deborah told Barak that God would help him defeat Sisera at Mount Tabor. During the battle, heavy rains came and routed Sisera's army. Sisera fled on foot and was later killed by Jael, who drove a nail through his head while he slept. The document provides context and background on the key figures and events in the story.
Trance states described in the Bible.
The document discusses several examples of trance states experienced by biblical figures, including Abram's visions, Balaam the diviner's prophecies, King Saul's experience among prophets, Peter's vision telling him to "Rise, kill and eat," and Paul's vision while praying in the temple. It provides background on these figures and biblical passages describing their trances, which involved revelations, visions, or being "out of themselves" in an absorbed state to receive divine messages.
How a person handles failure can mean the difference between living a life of victory or living a life filled with bitterness, hostility and anger. "Turning Failures into Faith" is a sermon that looks into a passage in the Bible where the Israelites failed during the time of Joshua but because they turned to God for faith they became victorious once again.
Ashdod was one of the five major Philistine cities located along the Mediterranean coast. The people of Ashdod worshipped Dagon, a fish-god idol, and attempted to integrate their worship of Dagon with worship of the God of Israel by bringing the Ark of God to the temple of Dagon. However, God demonstrated his power over Dagon by causing the idol to fall and break before the Ark. Integration with false gods leads to their mineralization and the demise of those who worship them, as integrating foreign beliefs corrupts and destroys God's people. God will judge those who worship other gods and integrate false beliefs.
The document discusses the biblical story of the binding of Isaac and its significance. It provides context on the Hebrew calendar and holidays. The core of the story is summarized in 3 parts: 1) God commands Abraham to sacrifice his son Isaac, 2) Abraham binds Isaac and is about to sacrifice him when 3) an angel stops Abraham and a ram is provided as the sacrifice instead. The document analyzes how this story shows that testing is real, relational and ultimately resolved through God's intervention.
Ron Winestock's first talk addressing the concept of Tzim Tzum.
This talk will expand your horizons and blow your minds - in a good way. Ron, building on his Jewish heritage, begins with Job and the complexity of life. It isn't straightforward or fair. He then traces how the great Jewish thinkers combed through the OT for centuries looking for answers to Job's big questions. They came up with the brilliant concept of 'Tzim Tzum' around the 11th century AD. In essence - it means God's greatness manifests itself in containment and concealment, not explosive 'power'. Elijah's still small voice. We finish with a picture of God that seems to point straight to Jesus and the mystery of the Cross. You will have to listen a couple of times!!
This document discusses the timing of the Judgment Seat of Christ based on the passage in 2 Samuel 1. It suggests that David represents God the Father, Saul represents a backslidden Christian, and the Amalekite represents the accuser of the brethren, Satan. Key points made include: the accuser shows up on the third day to accuse Christians before God; his goal is to steal their rewards; after being cast out of heaven, he has great wrath for a short time left on Earth; after the Judgment Seat, there is a wedding in heaven for 6 months before Satan is thrown into the lake of fire.
God is sovereign and in complete control over all things. He raises up leaders like Cyrus to accomplish His purposes, even if they do not acknowledge Him. God created everything and is the source of both light and darkness. He commands all things according to His perfect will and plan, working all things for the good of those who love Him. As the potter, God has complete authority over His creation and none can question His work.
What happened to the axe head (5-7)? Since verse 8 begins with the word “then” what is the connection between the inci-dent of the axe head and the events that follow? Why did the king of Syria want to capture Elisha (12-14)? Ex-plain the irony of Benhadad’s pursuit of Elisha. Why was Elisha’s servant afraid (15)? What did Elisha do in response to his servant’s fear (16)? Identify fears you or those close to you may have and apply Elisha’s example. What happened to the soldiers sent to capture Elisha (18-23)? Why do you suppose Elisha did not destroy the Syrian army? Since there was no battle between God’s armies and the Ara-means, what is the purpose in the account of the “chariots of fire” on the mountain? Why doesn’t God answer our prayers instantly and dramatically, as He did Elisha’s prayers? Explain what “spiritual warfare” means to you (cf. Eph. 6:12-17). What responsibilities do the angels of God have in this warfare? How are they involved in your life? Why did Benhadad besiege Samaria after his army was spared and treated so kindly (25)?
The document discusses the book with seven seals from the book of Revelation. It contains prophecies about world history and God's plans for redemption. When no one was found worthy to open it, Christ prevailed as the Lion of Judah and opened the seals, revealing truth that had been hidden by traditions and misinterpretations of scripture. His teachings countered error and brought light to humanity. The seven seals contain symbolic revelations about the major events in the unfolding of God's plans and the history of the world from the time of Christ to the end.
Commentary on Isaiah Chapter 17 The alliance of the two kings of Lizmbiga was...franktsao4
The document summarizes Isaiah Chapter 17, which discusses the abandonment of Damascus and the alliance between the kings of Syria and Israel. It is outlined in two parts: (1) Damascus will be abandoned as the alliance fails, and (2) God pursues the enemies of nations. Key points include Damascus being destroyed and becoming ruins, the fertile lands of Syria and Israel becoming desolate, and people turning to God in times of crisis rather than their own strength or idols.
Judges 6-9, Thus says the Lord; God Can’t Use Me; The angel of the LORD; Jeho...Valley Bible Fellowship
Judges Chapters 6-9, “Thus says the Lord”; God Can’t Use Me; “The angel of the LORD”; Jehovah shalom; Finding the Will of God; Don’t Test The LORD!; Gideon’s fleece; No Boasting
The angel of the Lord appeared to Gideon and called him a mighty warrior, though Gideon protested that God had abandoned them to the Midianites. God instructed Gideon to tear down his father's altar to Baal and build a new altar to God. That night, Gideon did so in secret, fearing retaliation from his townspeople who still worshipped Baal. God reassured Gideon that he would save Israel from the Midianites with Gideon's help.
Joshua gathered the tribes of Israel and recounted God's mighty acts in bringing them out of Egypt and giving them the promised land in spite of the opposition of many nations. He challenged the people to choose whether they would worship the foreign gods of the lands they had conquered or the Lord who had delivered them. The people unanimously chose to worship only the Lord and committed themselves to obeying Him. Joshua then made a covenant with the people and established it as a lasting memorial with stones as witnesses.
1. The document discusses God's purpose in creating humanity to reflect His glory and character, but that through sin humanity lost this divine image and glory.
2. It explores how through Christ's sacrifice and the sanctifying work of the Holy Spirit, believers can have their characters and lives transformed to once again reflect God's glory as was originally intended.
3. When Christ returns, the redeemed will fully reflect God's perfect character and glory.
The document summarizes passages from Genesis and Deuteronomy describing God's commands and promises to Abram and the Israelites. It discusses how God promised to make Abram into a great nation and bless all people through him, but also warned the Israelites not to forget God or disobey his commands, lest they perish like other nations before them. The document questions what relevance places like Ai and Bethel have for the reader today.
The passages describe Jesus' mission according to Luke 4:18-19, Satan's rebellion and fall from heaven according to Isaiah 14:12-15 and Revelation 12:7-9, Abram rescuing his nephew Lot according to Genesis 14:14-16, the Spirit of God bringing liberty according to 2 Corinthians 3:17, spiritual warfare according to 2 Corinthians 10:3-5 and Zechariah 4:6, and Elisha defeating his enemies with God's spiritual power according to 2 Kings 6:14-18.
We do not possess Eternal life inherit, we were born in sin and pay the penalty of death, nothing is more certain than that fact, the scriptures confirm this, Eternal life comes by the grace of YHVVH, through YHVHSWA HaMASCHIYACH, through the written word,
Our commitment is
REPENTENCE , BELIEF AND IMMERSION
How can we believe we can be saved unless we are immersed in the word (Towrah), which brings about repentance ( turning to face YHVVH). To say the TOWRAH is done away with is to WALK in the IGNORANCE of DISOBEDIANCE
The divine seclusion for the sanctified saintBible Preaching
This document discusses the divine seclusion of saints. It argues that saints must sanctify and separate themselves from worldly clutter and uncleanness. Several Bible verses are cited that call believers to come out from among unbelievers, touch not the unclean thing, and sit alone with God. The document suggests this divine seclusion through segregation and sanctification helps protect saints from temptation and rewards them with fellowship with God and cleansing from sin.
The document describes John's vision in Revelation of four living creatures surrounding God's throne. Each creature had six wings and eyes all over, and they took on aspects of a lion, calf, man, and eagle. They continually praised God as holy. Twenty-four elders also worshipped God, recognizing he created all things and deserves glory. The living creatures and elders modeled worship of the worthy God.
This document discusses the important role of Deborah, a prophetess and judge of Israel, as described in the Book of Judges. It summarizes how Deborah led the army of Israel against their Canaanite oppressors led by Sisera, defeating them with God's help. It also describes how Sisera was later killed by Jael, the wife of Heber the Kenite, who drove a tent peg into his head while he slept, completing the victory over the Canaanites.
This document contains a summary of chapters 1 and 2 from the book of 1 Kings. It describes Elijah mentoring Elisha as his successor. When Elijah is taken up to heaven in a whirlwind, Elisha refuses to leave Elijah's side. After Elijah ascends, Elisha demonstrates his receipt of Elijah's spirit by parting the waters of the Jordan river. Elisha then heals a spring by casting salt in it, curing the land of death and barrenness.
Trained servant - Chosen to be TrainedJansen Balao
We are chosen by God (John 15:16) but that choice is also a matter of our own decision. Let us respond to God's call and serve Him, openly and lovingly. Let us bring our bodies in subjection unto the mastery of whatever our hands findeth to do; to do them for the glory of God.
God is good.
:)
The document discusses the 144,000 witnesses described in Revelation 7 and 14. It describes how four angels hold back winds to prevent harm until the 144,000 servants of God are sealed. The 144,000 are 12,000 from each of the 12 tribes of Israel and are said to be redeemed from the earth and follow the Lamb without fault, having kept themselves chaste.
This document summarizes stories from the Bible where individuals received instructions from God to do something that seemed illogical or difficult but through obedience great things resulted. It provides the examples of Noah building an ark, Abraham being told to sacrifice Isaac, Moses parting the Red Sea, and Ezekiel being told to dramatize Jerusalem's siege. The overall message is that trusting and obeying God often means doing things that are not safe or logical but through obedience individuals accomplished miraculous outcomes.
This document summarizes stories from the Bible where individuals received instructions from God to do something that seemed illogical or difficult but through obedience great things resulted. It provides the examples of Noah building an ark before a flood came, Abraham being told to sacrifice his son Isaac though it did not make sense, and Jonah being told to preach to Nineveh despite not wanting to. The overall message is that trusting and obeying God often means doing what is not safe or logical and in the little things.
This document discusses the timing of the Judgment Seat of Christ based on the passage in 2 Samuel 1. It suggests that David represents God the Father, Saul represents a backslidden Christian, and the Amalekite represents the accuser of the brethren, Satan. Key points made include: the accuser shows up on the third day to accuse Christians before God; his goal is to steal their rewards; after being cast out of heaven, he has great wrath for a short time left on Earth; after the Judgment Seat, there is a wedding in heaven for 6 months before Satan is thrown into the lake of fire.
God is sovereign and in complete control over all things. He raises up leaders like Cyrus to accomplish His purposes, even if they do not acknowledge Him. God created everything and is the source of both light and darkness. He commands all things according to His perfect will and plan, working all things for the good of those who love Him. As the potter, God has complete authority over His creation and none can question His work.
What happened to the axe head (5-7)? Since verse 8 begins with the word “then” what is the connection between the inci-dent of the axe head and the events that follow? Why did the king of Syria want to capture Elisha (12-14)? Ex-plain the irony of Benhadad’s pursuit of Elisha. Why was Elisha’s servant afraid (15)? What did Elisha do in response to his servant’s fear (16)? Identify fears you or those close to you may have and apply Elisha’s example. What happened to the soldiers sent to capture Elisha (18-23)? Why do you suppose Elisha did not destroy the Syrian army? Since there was no battle between God’s armies and the Ara-means, what is the purpose in the account of the “chariots of fire” on the mountain? Why doesn’t God answer our prayers instantly and dramatically, as He did Elisha’s prayers? Explain what “spiritual warfare” means to you (cf. Eph. 6:12-17). What responsibilities do the angels of God have in this warfare? How are they involved in your life? Why did Benhadad besiege Samaria after his army was spared and treated so kindly (25)?
The document discusses the book with seven seals from the book of Revelation. It contains prophecies about world history and God's plans for redemption. When no one was found worthy to open it, Christ prevailed as the Lion of Judah and opened the seals, revealing truth that had been hidden by traditions and misinterpretations of scripture. His teachings countered error and brought light to humanity. The seven seals contain symbolic revelations about the major events in the unfolding of God's plans and the history of the world from the time of Christ to the end.
Commentary on Isaiah Chapter 17 The alliance of the two kings of Lizmbiga was...franktsao4
The document summarizes Isaiah Chapter 17, which discusses the abandonment of Damascus and the alliance between the kings of Syria and Israel. It is outlined in two parts: (1) Damascus will be abandoned as the alliance fails, and (2) God pursues the enemies of nations. Key points include Damascus being destroyed and becoming ruins, the fertile lands of Syria and Israel becoming desolate, and people turning to God in times of crisis rather than their own strength or idols.
Judges 6-9, Thus says the Lord; God Can’t Use Me; The angel of the LORD; Jeho...Valley Bible Fellowship
Judges Chapters 6-9, “Thus says the Lord”; God Can’t Use Me; “The angel of the LORD”; Jehovah shalom; Finding the Will of God; Don’t Test The LORD!; Gideon’s fleece; No Boasting
The angel of the Lord appeared to Gideon and called him a mighty warrior, though Gideon protested that God had abandoned them to the Midianites. God instructed Gideon to tear down his father's altar to Baal and build a new altar to God. That night, Gideon did so in secret, fearing retaliation from his townspeople who still worshipped Baal. God reassured Gideon that he would save Israel from the Midianites with Gideon's help.
Joshua gathered the tribes of Israel and recounted God's mighty acts in bringing them out of Egypt and giving them the promised land in spite of the opposition of many nations. He challenged the people to choose whether they would worship the foreign gods of the lands they had conquered or the Lord who had delivered them. The people unanimously chose to worship only the Lord and committed themselves to obeying Him. Joshua then made a covenant with the people and established it as a lasting memorial with stones as witnesses.
1. The document discusses God's purpose in creating humanity to reflect His glory and character, but that through sin humanity lost this divine image and glory.
2. It explores how through Christ's sacrifice and the sanctifying work of the Holy Spirit, believers can have their characters and lives transformed to once again reflect God's glory as was originally intended.
3. When Christ returns, the redeemed will fully reflect God's perfect character and glory.
The document summarizes passages from Genesis and Deuteronomy describing God's commands and promises to Abram and the Israelites. It discusses how God promised to make Abram into a great nation and bless all people through him, but also warned the Israelites not to forget God or disobey his commands, lest they perish like other nations before them. The document questions what relevance places like Ai and Bethel have for the reader today.
The passages describe Jesus' mission according to Luke 4:18-19, Satan's rebellion and fall from heaven according to Isaiah 14:12-15 and Revelation 12:7-9, Abram rescuing his nephew Lot according to Genesis 14:14-16, the Spirit of God bringing liberty according to 2 Corinthians 3:17, spiritual warfare according to 2 Corinthians 10:3-5 and Zechariah 4:6, and Elisha defeating his enemies with God's spiritual power according to 2 Kings 6:14-18.
We do not possess Eternal life inherit, we were born in sin and pay the penalty of death, nothing is more certain than that fact, the scriptures confirm this, Eternal life comes by the grace of YHVVH, through YHVHSWA HaMASCHIYACH, through the written word,
Our commitment is
REPENTENCE , BELIEF AND IMMERSION
How can we believe we can be saved unless we are immersed in the word (Towrah), which brings about repentance ( turning to face YHVVH). To say the TOWRAH is done away with is to WALK in the IGNORANCE of DISOBEDIANCE
The divine seclusion for the sanctified saintBible Preaching
This document discusses the divine seclusion of saints. It argues that saints must sanctify and separate themselves from worldly clutter and uncleanness. Several Bible verses are cited that call believers to come out from among unbelievers, touch not the unclean thing, and sit alone with God. The document suggests this divine seclusion through segregation and sanctification helps protect saints from temptation and rewards them with fellowship with God and cleansing from sin.
The document describes John's vision in Revelation of four living creatures surrounding God's throne. Each creature had six wings and eyes all over, and they took on aspects of a lion, calf, man, and eagle. They continually praised God as holy. Twenty-four elders also worshipped God, recognizing he created all things and deserves glory. The living creatures and elders modeled worship of the worthy God.
This document discusses the important role of Deborah, a prophetess and judge of Israel, as described in the Book of Judges. It summarizes how Deborah led the army of Israel against their Canaanite oppressors led by Sisera, defeating them with God's help. It also describes how Sisera was later killed by Jael, the wife of Heber the Kenite, who drove a tent peg into his head while he slept, completing the victory over the Canaanites.
This document contains a summary of chapters 1 and 2 from the book of 1 Kings. It describes Elijah mentoring Elisha as his successor. When Elijah is taken up to heaven in a whirlwind, Elisha refuses to leave Elijah's side. After Elijah ascends, Elisha demonstrates his receipt of Elijah's spirit by parting the waters of the Jordan river. Elisha then heals a spring by casting salt in it, curing the land of death and barrenness.
Trained servant - Chosen to be TrainedJansen Balao
We are chosen by God (John 15:16) but that choice is also a matter of our own decision. Let us respond to God's call and serve Him, openly and lovingly. Let us bring our bodies in subjection unto the mastery of whatever our hands findeth to do; to do them for the glory of God.
God is good.
:)
The document discusses the 144,000 witnesses described in Revelation 7 and 14. It describes how four angels hold back winds to prevent harm until the 144,000 servants of God are sealed. The 144,000 are 12,000 from each of the 12 tribes of Israel and are said to be redeemed from the earth and follow the Lamb without fault, having kept themselves chaste.
This document summarizes stories from the Bible where individuals received instructions from God to do something that seemed illogical or difficult but through obedience great things resulted. It provides the examples of Noah building an ark, Abraham being told to sacrifice Isaac, Moses parting the Red Sea, and Ezekiel being told to dramatize Jerusalem's siege. The overall message is that trusting and obeying God often means doing things that are not safe or logical but through obedience individuals accomplished miraculous outcomes.
This document summarizes stories from the Bible where individuals received instructions from God to do something that seemed illogical or difficult but through obedience great things resulted. It provides the examples of Noah building an ark before a flood came, Abraham being told to sacrifice his son Isaac though it did not make sense, and Jonah being told to preach to Nineveh despite not wanting to. The overall message is that trusting and obeying God often means doing what is not safe or logical and in the little things.
The document recounts Moses' encounter with God at Mount Horeb. Moses was tending his father-in-law's flock when he saw a burning bush that was not being consumed by the fire. God called out to Moses from the bush and told him to take his sandals off because he was standing on holy ground. God revealed himself as the God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob. God told Moses he had seen the suffering of the Israelites in Egypt and was sending Moses to Pharaoh to demand that he let the Israelites go.
Moses and Aaron go before Pharaoh and demand that he let God's people go to worship in the wilderness, but Pharaoh refuses and instead increases their workload. When things get worse for the Israelites, God reassures Moses that He will force Pharaoh to let them go and reminds Moses that He is the Lord who appeared to the patriarchs and will redeem His people.
The document summarizes key events from the biblical book of Exodus. It describes how the Israelites were oppressed in Egypt, with Pharaoh ordering all Hebrew baby boys to be killed. It then tells of Moses fleeing Egypt after killing an Egyptian, and his encounter with God at the burning bush. God promises to deliver the Israelites from Egypt and bring them to the promised land. Despite plagues sent by God, Pharaoh refuses to let them go. Finally, God parts the Red Sea to allow the Israelites to escape, but the pursuing Egyptian army is drowned. The Israelites then journey through the wilderness toward Mount Sinai.
The document discusses the biblical prohibition against making idols and images of God found in Exodus 20:4-6. It provides context from Exodus 32 where the Israelites made a golden calf idol while Moses was receiving the Ten Commandments on Mount Sinai. The document notes that God is spirit and cannot be represented by physical images. It warns that one's image of God determines how they worship and live, and encourages having an image of God shaped by scripture rather than fashioning God into a physical idol.
Exodus 3:7-10 God said go, Moses said no. Moses excuses for why he could not do what God was telling him to do in leading the Israelites out of Egypt was in essence saying no to God.
The Book of Exodus is the second book of the Bible. It is a narrative of the Exodus, the origin myth of the Israelites leaving slavery in Biblical Egypt through the strength of their deity named Yahweh, who according to the story chose them as his people.
1) God is described as eternal, having existed before creation and will exist forever.
2) Moses encounters a burning bush that is not consumed by the flames, where God speaks to him.
3) God identifies himself as the God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob and tells Moses he will send him to Pharaoh to demand that the Israelites be freed from slavery in Egypt.
1) The document discusses God's promises to Abraham to give him and his descendants the land of Canaan as an everlasting possession. It describes how God established his covenant with Isaac and Jacob and promised them the same land.
2) It explains that Israel is God's chosen nation and special people, and that God chose Jerusalem as the royal city and capital of the promised land.
3) It discusses God's promise that David's throne and kingdom would be everlasting, and that Zion/Jerusalem would be praised forever as the city of God.
1) The document discusses God's promises to Abraham to give him and his descendants the land of Canaan as an everlasting possession.
2) It explains how God established Abraham as the head of the chosen nation of Israel and reiterated the promise of the land to Isaac and Jacob.
3) The land was promised to be an eternal possession for Israel, though the nation would be dispersed if they disobeyed God but later restored.
1) God tells Jacob not to be afraid and that He will make Jacob's descendants a great nation in Egypt.
2) Jacob and his entire family move to Egypt with their possessions at God's direction.
3) Joseph and Jacob are reunited in an emotional embrace after many years apart.
4) Joseph helps his family settle in the fertile land of Goshen as Pharaoh had instructed.
The Israelites grumbled against Moses for lack of water after escaping Egypt. God provided water from a bitter spring and later manna and quail in the wilderness. However, the people continued complaining, testing God. After arriving at Rephidim without water, Moses struck a rock at Horeb on God's command, providing water. The Amalekites attacked Israel and were defeated after Moses held up his staff. Jethro, Moses' father-in-law, advised selecting other leaders to help judge smaller cases and share the workload with Moses.
We're all searching for God, but some people are searching for the god of their own making. In the life of Moses, the Israelites wanted a God to take away their pain while Pharaoh wanted a God to produce prosperity. Neither wanted God for himself.
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In Va’era, Pharaoh refuses to allow the children of Isra’el to leave Mitsrayim, even after Aharon exhibits miraculous powers, transforming his staff into a serpent. The first seven plagues strike Mitsrayim: Blood, Frogs, Gnats, Flies, Pestilence, Boils, and Fiery Hail.
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The document discusses the story in Exodus 32 where the Israelites worshiped a golden calf idol while Moses was on Mount Sinai receiving the Ten Commandments from God. Some key points:
- When Moses delayed in returning, the Israelites demanded Aaron make them gods to worship. Aaron fashioned a golden calf.
- The Israelites declared the calf to be the gods that brought them out of Egypt. They made sacrifices and celebrations before it.
- God was angry at their idol worship and lack of faithfulness to Him alone. He considered destroying them but Moses interceded on their behalf.
- Some Israelites were killed for their idolatry. God promised future consequences but allowed Moses to continue leading the people
Abraham had several sons through his wife Keturah and concubine Hagar after the death of his wife Sarah. While he loved and provided for all his sons, Abraham ensured that Isaac, the son of promise, received all of his inheritance in keeping with God's covenant. Both Ishmael and Isaac honored their father Abraham at his death. All of Abraham's descendants were blessed, but only those through Isaac carried the covenant promise. Being a natural descendant is not sufficient to be a child of God - one must be born spiritually through faith.
This document contains multiple passages from Genesis and Exodus that reference different times or time periods. Some key examples include: Cain bringing an offering to God at a certain time; God promising Abraham that Sarah will bear a son at a set time in the next year; God instructing the Israelites to celebrate feasts and festivals at appointed times; and Pharaoh hardening his heart multiple times when God commanded the Israelites be let go. The passages demonstrate the importance and recurrence of time and timing in the foundational stories and laws given to the Israelites.
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The document discusses the importance of knowing God and being known by God. It explores what it means to truly know God through personal dealings with Him, involvement in one's relationship with Him, and experiencing His grace. True knowledge of God is mutual understanding between God and humanity. God knows His people intimately just as a shepherd knows his sheep. Christians are called to listen to God's voice and follow Him in response to His initiative to draw people into a saving relationship through Jesus Christ.
The document contains a passage from Jeremiah 31 describing a new covenant God will make with Israel where he will put his law in their minds and write it on their hearts so they will all know him. It then shares a sermon from C.H. Spurgeon where he argues that the proper study of God's elect is God, and contemplating the divine nature humbles the mind while expanding it and providing consolation. Spurgeon encourages devoting time to meditating on what is known about God's attributes and applying it to oneself in order to clarify one's vision of God and allow his truth to have its proper impact.
This document provides an overview and analysis of key aspects of understanding the Book of Revelation. It discusses:
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The Book of Ruth is included in the third division, or the Writings, of the Hebrew Bible. In most Christian canons it is treated as one of the historical books and placed between Judges and 1 Samuel.
2. Yahweh brought him (Abram) outside, and
said, "Look now toward the sky, and count
the stars, if you are able to count them." He
said to Abram, "So shall your seed be." He
believed in Yahweh; and he reckoned it to
him for righteousness. He said to him, "I am
Yahweh who brought you out of Ur of the
Chaldees, to give you this land to inherit it."
3. He (Yahweh) said to Abram, "Know for sure
that your seed will live as foreigners in a
land that is not theirs, and will serve them.
They will afflict them four hundred years. I
will also judge that nation, whom they will
serve. Afterward they will come out with
great wealth.
4. Eventually, a new king came to power in Egypt
who knew nothing about Joseph or what he had
done. He said to his people, "Look, the people of
Israel now outnumber us and are stronger than
we are. We must make a plan to keep them from
growing even more. If we don't, and if war
breaks out, they will join our enemies and fight
against us. Then they will escape from the
country. "
5.
6. When Yahweh saw that he turned aside to
see, God called to him out of the midst of
the bush, and said, "Moses! Moses!" He
said, "Here I am." He said, "Don't come
close. Take your sandals off of your feet, for
the place you are standing on is holy
ground." Moreover he said, "I am the God of
your father, the God of Abraham, the God of
Isaac, and the God of Jacob." Moses hid his
face; for he was afraid to look at God.
7. But Moses protested, "If I go to the people of
Israel and tell them, 'The God of your ancestors
has sent me to you,' they will ask me, 'What is
His name?' Then what should I tell them?" God
replied to Moses, "I AM WHO I AM. Say this to
the people of Israel: I AM has sent me to you."
God also said to Moses, "Say this to the people
of Israel: Yahweh, the God of your ancestors—
the God of Abraham, the God of Isaac, and the
God of Jacob—has sent me to you. This is My
eternal name, My name to remember for all
generations.
10. Yahweh said to Moses, "When you go
back into Egypt, see that you do before
Pharaoh all the wonders which I have put
in your hand, but I will harden his heart
and he will not let the people go. You shall
tell Pharaoh, 'Thus says Yahweh, Israel is
my son, my firstborn, and I have said to
you, "Let my son go, that he may serve
me;" and you have refused to let him go.
Behold, I will kill your son, your firstborn.' "
11. Afterward Moses and Aaron came, and said to
Pharaoh, "This is what Yahweh, the God of Israel,
says, 'Let my people go, that they may hold a feast
to me in the wilderness.' " Pharaoh said, "Who is
Yahweh, that I should listen to his voice to let
Israel go? I don't know Yahweh, and moreover I
will not let Israel go."
12. Therefore tell the children of Israel, 'I am
Yahweh, and I will bring you out from under the
burdens of the Egyptians, and I will rid you out of
their bondage, and I will redeem you with an
outstretched arm, and with great judgments: and
I will take you to me for a people, and I will be to
you a God; and you shall know that I am Yahweh
your God, who brings you out from under the
burdens of the Egyptians. I will bring you into the
land which I swore to give to Abraham, to Isaac,
and to Jacob; and I will give it to you for a
heritage: I am Yahweh.'
13. I will harden Pharaoh's heart, and multiply
my signs and my wonders in the land of
Egypt. But Pharaoh will not listen to you, and
I will lay my hand on Egypt, and bring forth
my armies, my people the children of Israel,
out of the land of Egypt by great judgments.
The Egyptians shall know that I am Yahweh,
when I stretch forth my hand on Egypt, and
bring out the children of Israel from among
them.
14.
15.
16.
17.
18.
19. Exodus 14:13-14 WEB …
"Don't be afraid. Stand still, and
see the salvation of Yahweh,
which he will work for you today
… Yahweh will fight for you,
and you shall be still."
20. Isaiah 42:8 WEB "I am Yahweh.
That is my name. I will not give
my glory to another ...
21. John 8:56-59 WEB Your father Abraham
rejoiced to see my day. He saw it, and was
glad." The Jews therefore said to him, "You
are not yet fifty years old, and have you
seen Abraham?" Jesus said to them, "Most
certainly, I tell you, before Abraham came
into existence, I AM." Therefore they took up
stones to throw at him …
22. John 14:6 NLT Jesus told him, "I am
the way, the truth, and the life. No one
can come to the Father except through
Me.
7th in OT Vistas – First 6 in Genesis; today is the first of 3 in Exodus. Two unusual words to note:
1. Yahweh – Tetragrammaton; YHWH (Strange letters on worship slides today); ASV “Jehovah”
Reason for using WEB: Renders name of God in OT
Most render “LORD”, because Hebrews would not say the name of God (fearing violating the 3rd command).
Exodus 20:7 WEB "You shall not take the name of Yahweh your God in vain, for Yahweh will not hold him guiltless who takes his name in vain.
The command prohibits use of the name for any idle, frivolous, or insincere purpose (e.g. perjury, pagan incantations, or idle talk). The name is to be treated with reverence and respect because it is the name of the holy God.
When they came across it in scripture, they substituted “Adonai” (“Lord”) for fear that they might not be showing proper respect for God’s name.
2. Exodus – from 2 Gk words: ex – “out of” + odos – “way” – Hence: The way out
Exodus is the story of Yahweh providing Israel’s way out of Egypt.
Gen 15:5-7 — God’s covenant with Abraham
1. Descendants as numerous as stars
2. Destiny – Land to possess – Canaan
Also promised:
1. Displacement into another “Land” – Egypt – where they would be enslaved.
2. Deliverance from that land and from their slavery
Displacement occurred in the days of Abraham’s grandson, Jacob (also called Israel).
God providentially raised his son, Joseph to power in Egypt to provide for Israel during a time of famine.
Sets the stage for the book of Exodus
400+ years passed & things changed.
New king (different dynasty – Egypt had many ) saw Israel as threat, because of growing threat of invasion by Hyksos (also Semitic). Feared Israel would ally with their cousins and open the way for invasion.
Ironically, first thing that happened to Israel after departure from Egypt was war with Amalekites (historically known as Hyksos) who were on their way into Egypt to invade it & set up a competing dynasty. Likely coincides with end of Middle Kingdom (ended with 14th Dynasty) & beginning of Second Intermediate Kingdom (began with 15th Dynasty – Hyksos)
Led to slavery — eventually, murdering newborn baby boys
Moses is rescued & raised in the palace
Eventually flees to Midian, at age 40
40 years later … Moses has an encounter that changes the course of his life – and the course of history.
Moses sees a bush that is burning, but is not consumed & stops to look at it.
Burning Bush (Exodus 3)
Identifies himself as the God of his fathers
Not just any god, but the God of Moses’ ancestors.
Beginning at verse 7, says he is about to fulfill covenant promises to Abraham — send Moses to rescue Israel and bring them back to the land he promised Abraham.
One of most theologically significant texts in OT
God reveals his true name “YHWH”
When God reveals his name, his name reveals God’s basic character
YHWH comes from Hebrew verb “to be” (first verb a student learns in any new language)
Includes the ideas of ...
1. Independent Existence — God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob has independent existence.
Everything else has a beginning & end. Only God has independent existence.
2. Absolute Uniqueness — no one like him (e.g., 15:11)
Exodus 15:11 WEB Who is like you, Yahweh, among the gods? Who is like you, glorious in holiness, fearful in praises, doing wonders?
The answer is “No one is like Yahweh.
3. Perfect Unchangeableness — (Theological doctrine of “Immutability”)
We change, as experiences shape us (Republicans become Democrats; Liberals become Conservatives, etc.)
But God does not change
Malachi 3:6 WEB (R) "For I, Yahweh, don't change; therefore you, sons of Jacob, are not consumed.
The account of the Exodus is going to tell Israel & Egypt & us a great deal about this God whose name is Yahweh.
Moses heads toward Egypt with his brother, Aaron
God tells Moses what he can expect — 4:21-23
Ten times in Exodus, text says God hardened Pharaoh’s heart; ten times it says Pharaoh hardened his own heart.
Moses goes before Pharaoh (5:1-2)
Egypt had over 2,000 gods, but they didn’t have a god named Yahweh
Moses is going to have to convince Pharaoh that Yahweh is not a god to be trifled with.
He is also going to have to convince Israel that Yahweh is the only true God.
In the following chapters, there are two important statements by God
1. God will keep his covenantal promises — 6:6-8
Deliverance from Egypt; Deliverance into the land he promised Abraham.
Essence of the covenant: “I will be your God and you ...”
2. Yahweh will declare who he is to the Egyptians/Hebrews — 7:3-5
God will declare His greatness to the Egyptians — requires 10 demonstrations to get the message across
God’s salvation comes against the backdrop of human stubbornness.
Exodus 7:14 WEB (R) Yahweh said to Moses, "Pharaoh's heart is stubborn. He refuses to let the people go.
Plagues — Same basic scenario
Moses confronts — Pharaoh’s stubborn heart is hard — plague/repent — changes his mind – relents when plague is lifted.
Plagues /Gods
1. Nile to blood – Hapi, god of the Nile
2. Frogs – Heket goddess of fertility (depicted as frog)
3. Lice from dust of earth – Geb, god of Earth
4. Flies – Khepri – god of Creation (head of a fly)
Beginning with 5-9. Not on Israelites:
5. Pestilence (death of livestock) – Hathor, goddess of protection (head of cow)
6. Boils – Isis, goddess of medicine
7. Hail – Nut, goddess of Sky
8. Locusts – Seth, god of storms & disorder
9. Darkness (3 days) – Ra, Sun god (most powerful of pantheon)
Pharaoh’s heart is hard — will not let God’s people go
Preparation for the tenth plague
God knows this will break Pharaoh’s heart
10. Attacks Pharaoh himself, who was deified as ultimate god of Egypt.
God will kill every firstborn in Egypt, because Egypt is killing his firstborn
Passover (12 — summarize), and then the Tenth plague — 12:29-32
430 years earlier in Gen 46 — 70 to Egypt — 600,000 men (& women & children)
Story is not over
God has Moses appear to be wandering in the desert – heading southeast toward impassable water of Red Sea, rather than northeast along the trade route known as the Way of the Philistines.
Pharaoh is told the Israelites left & appear to be hemmed in & pursues them.
When Israelites see the Egyptians coming — vv 13-14
Exodus 14:13-14 WEB Moses said to the people, "Don't be afraid. Stand still, and see the salvation of Yahweh, which he will work for you today: for the Egyptians whom you have seen today, you shall never see them again. (14) Yahweh will fight for you, and you shall be still."
God parts the Red Sea — vv 16-18
Exodus 14:16-18 WEB Lift up your rod, and stretch out your hand over the sea, and divide it: and the children of Israel shall go into the midst of the sea on dry ground. (17) I, behold, I will harden the hearts of the Egyptians, and they shall go in after them: and I will get myself honor over Pharaoh, and over all his armies, over his chariots, and over his horsemen. (18) The Egyptians shall know that I am Yahweh, when I have gotten myself honor over Pharaoh, over his chariots, and over his horsemen."
Concentrate on God and his part of the covenant
Next lesson — our part of the covenant
What lessons can we learn from the Exodus?
1. Yahweh is faithful — to keep his promises — to you, today
God will do whatever is necessary to keep his promises
When times get difficult, we tend to become short-sighted
Tend to forget about God’s past acts of faithfulness
Exodus/Red Sea become the primary salvation event in the OT
Look at God’s faithfulness throughout time past — Red Seas in my life
If God did this, he will save you now — 14:13-14
2. Yahweh will be glorified!
Sin says that I am the center of the universe
I am to pursue my own good, my own self-interest
I am to praise myself
Unfortunate example — modern churches
The focus of worship is on how Sunday morning makes me feel
Honest: God exists for my pleasure — take my pain away — bless me
Almighty “I” becomes center of worship
When we put ourselves at the center of the universe — idolatry
We are not the greatest good; God is
He be praised above all else
We must be most interested in God’s glory
Anything less is idolatry
Isaiah’s refrain — 42:8
We serve a most amazing God
God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob — Unique — Unchangeable (YHWH)
God who is absolutely faithful to his promises.
God whose glory supersedes everything else.
Cannot mention Yahweh without mentioning Jesus
Name of Jesus (Yeshua) means “Yahweh saves” (ASV Jesus = Jehovah saves)
Matthew identifies him as “Emmanuel” (“God with us”)
Jesus made remarkable claims: To be sent by God; to be one with God; to be God (John 8:56-58)
Picked up stones to stone him because he was identifying himself with Yahweh of the Burning Bush.
Yahweh sent Moses to deliver Israel from slavery & take them home.
He has come in Jesus, to deliver us from sin & take us home to heaven.
He is the way out of sin & into righteousness.
He is the way out of darkness & into light.
He is the way out of death & into life.
Will you let Jesus be your way out of whatever plagues you today?