Lesallan – September 10, 2024 Carried on Eagles’ Wings: Embracing God’s Grace and Calling The passage from Exodus 19:3-6 (NIV) is truly powerful, emphasizing the unique and special relationship between God and the Israelites. It beautifully underscores God’s grace and the Israelites’ calling to be a holy nation and a Read more…
Version: ESV – Lesallan Exodus 13:17-14:14 (ESV): Detailed Analysis Version: ESV initial Observations & Questions Structure The passage can be divided into several sections: In the book of Exodus, it is recounted that God led the Israelites on a longer route to avoid conflict with the Philistines, showing concern for Read more…
Lesallan – September 3, 2024 Moral Courage and Divine Blessing in Exodus 1:15-22 (ESV) The story of the Hebrew midwives, Shiphrah and Puah, is a profound narrative that uniquely highlights the themes of moral courage, faith, and divine blessing. Their actions, as described in Exodus 1:15-22 (ESV), offer timeless lessons Read more…
Lesallan – August 31, 2024 Exodus 3:11-22 (ESV): Detailed Analysis Version: ESV Initial Observations & Questions Structure Exodus 3:11-22 (ESV) passage presents a significant segment of the narrative depicting Moses’ pivotal calling to lead the Israelites out of Egypt. This passage follows the profound encounter at the burning bush, in Read more…
Lesallan – August 31, 2024 Exodus 1:15-22 (ESV): Detailed AnalysisVersion: ESVInitial Observations & QuestionsThe passage I want to remember discusses a pivotal event in the book of Exodus. It talks about how the king of Egypt orders the Hebrew midwives, named Shiphrah and Puah, to carry out the killing of Read more…
Lesallan August 30, 2024 Exodus Book Survey Discussion Response Hi: Thank you for your thoughtful response and kind words about my post. I agree that the Israelites’ behavior was truly puzzling, especially given the remarkable displays of God’s power they had witnessed. Despite encountering God directly, their decision to create Read more…
August 29, 2024 The Historical Reliability of Moses in the Context of Exodus Hello all: I appreciate your thoughtful input. Your keen insights about Moses’ upbringing in Egypt and the existence of Semitic individuals in that region significantly bolster his historical authenticity. Moses was pivotal as a prophet, leader, and Read more…
August 27, 2024 The Historical Reliability of Moses in the Context of Exodus The historical reliability of Moses has been a subject of debate among scholars, with some arguing that Moses is a fictional character created by biblical writers. However, as we delve into the historical context of the period Read more…
August 25, 2024 Devotional: Embracing Our Complex Journeys Moses’ life is a captivating tapestry intricately woven with threads of complexity and divine purpose. Born to Hebrew parents during oppression and strife, he was destined for greatness. In a courageous act of love, his mother set him adrift in a basket Read more…
Lesallan – August 25, 2024 Exodus: Book Survey Version: ESV General Materials The Book of Exodus in the ESV version is historical, serving as a critical record of the formative events in the history of the Israelites. It meticulously chronicles the dramatic exodus of the Israelites from Egypt, their subsequent Read more…