Lesallan – September 5, 2024 Exodus 3:11-22: Moses’ Humility and God’s Assurance In Exodus 3:11-22 (ESV), Moses’ humility and self-doubt are apparent as he questions his ability to lead the Israelites out of Egypt. God’s assurance of His presence, “I will be with you” (Exodus 3:12, ESV), shifts the focus 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 – September 3, 2024 Devotional: Embracing God’s Call Despite Our Excuses In the wilderness of Midian, Moses, a man fleeing from Pharaoh, and perhaps from his past, has a life-changing encounter with Yahweh. While tending his flock, Moses is summoned to a divine mission of monumental importance: to confront 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…
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…
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…
Lesallan – August 21, 2024 Exodus: A Literary Analysis The book of Exodus, part of the Pentateuch, is a rich tapestry of various literary styles, each contributing to the overall narrative and theological message. Understanding these styles is crucial for proper interpretation. The first part of Exodus (Exodus: 1-18, NIV) Read more…
Lesallan – August 20, 2024 Differences in the Order of the TaNaK and the Four-Part Division of the English Bible The TaNaK, also known as the Hebrew Bible, is not simply a collection of books; it reflects the historical context in which it was written. It is divided into three Read more…