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Delve into a powerful narrative of redemption in the Old Testament where God's faithfulness and promises unfold through the deliverance of Israel from Egyptian captivity. Explore the journey of Moses, the divine call, overcoming doubts, and witnessing God's miracles in this timeless story of redemption and fulfillment of promises. Discover the significance of faith, obedience, and God's unwavering commitment to His people in this cherished tale that resonates across generations.
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Cherished Bible Stories Stories From The Old Testament That Build Faith & Devotion
Cherished Bible Stories Stories From The O.T. That Build Faith & Devotion A Story Of Redemption Ex 3-14 • The story of all Bible stories • Someone is in bondage • A ransom must be paid • Someone held hostage is ultimately freed because of another’s sacrifice
Cherished Bible Stories Stories From The O.T. That Build Faith & Devotion A Story Of Redemption Ex 3-14 • Redemption is told in both the O.T. & N.T. • The greatest “redemption story” in the Scripture is the D/B/R of Jesus Christ • This story of Israel’s redemption from Egyptian slavery serves as a type
Cherished Bible Stories Stories From The O.T. That Build Faith & Devotion A Story Of Redemption Ex 3-14 • God is always aware of His people… especially in their sufferings 3:7-9 • In their oppression, He knew their afflictions and would give heed to their cries • The time eventually became right to bring them out of their bondage
Cherished Bible Stories Stories From The O.T. That Build Faith & Devotion A Story Of Redemption Ex 3-14 • His solution Ù He will send Moses 3:10 • Moses had “excuses” 3:11-14 4:1-13 • “Who am I that I should go to Pharaoh?” • “If they should ask me Thy name, what do I tell them?” • “What if they do not believe me?”
Cherished Bible Stories Stories From The O.T. That Build Faith & Devotion A Story Of Redemption Ex 3-14 • His solution Ù He will send Moses 3:10 • Moses had “excuses” 3:11-14 4:1-13 • “I have never been eloquent.” Acts 7:22 • “Please Lord, send the message by whomever Thou wilt.”
Cherished Bible Stories Stories From The O.T. That Build Faith & Devotion A Story Of Redemption Ex 3-14 • God heard enough from Moses…His anger burned against him 4:14-17 • He gave him his brother Aaron as a helper and a speaker • He also reminded him of the usefulness of the staff that was in his hand cp. 4:2-5
Cherished Bible Stories Stories From The O.T. That Build Faith & Devotion A Story Of Redemption Ex 3-14 • The “Plan” Enacted 5:1-23 • Initially, Moses suffers a “setback” vv. 1-19 • Pharaoh is unmoved by the demands Moses & Aaron gave v. 2 • He also made Israel’s life more difficult vv. 4, 7-9, 11-14 • The people actually blame Moses vv. 20-21
Cherished Bible Stories Stories From The O.T. That Build Faith & Devotion A Story Of Redemption Ex 3-14 • The “Plan” Enacted 5:1-23 • In despair, Moses takes his complaint to the God who called him vv. 22-23 • He didn’t help Israel…it only got worse • God did not do as He had promised • God reassures Moses 6:1 cp. 3:19-20
Cherished Bible Stories Stories From The O.T. That Build Faith & Devotion A Story Of Redemption Ex 3-14 • Redemption & The Promises 6:5-8 • God “remembered” the promises He had made to Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob • He was going to deliver Israel with an “outstretched arm” • He would use “great judgments” on Egypt • He would bring Israel to her promised land
Cherished Bible Stories Stories From The O.T. That Build Faith & Devotion A Story Of Redemption Ex 3-14 • Redemption & The Promises 6:5-8 • God “remembered” the promises He had made to Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob • EMPHASISÙ God never lies and always keeps His promises Heb 6:13-14, 17-19