The document provides an overview of several stories from the book of Exodus in the Bible. It describes how the Israelites witnessed God's salvation by parting the Red Sea to allow them to escape Pharaoh's army. It then discusses how the Israelites were baptized into Moses and compares this to Christian baptism today. Several times the Israelites grumbled against God and Moses for lack of food or water, showing their short memories, until God provided for their needs each time. God promises to make the Israelites his special people if they obey his covenant. The Israelites later rebel and worship a golden calf, almost causing God to destroy them, until Moses intercedes. God punishes the sinners and the Israelites then willingly contribute materials and