Our review of the Bible continues by looking at the Book of Exodus
(the second book of the Bible). So then . . .
(the second book of the Bible). So then . . .
Who wrote Exodus and when?
It is also attributed to Moses and was written during the time the Israelites were 'in the desert, preparing to enter the Promised Land' which is estimated to around the 1420 - 1415 BC time frame.
What is it all about?
It covers the stories of the oppression of the Israelites in Egypt, Moses' birth and return to Egypt, of the signs (plagues) from God against the Egyptians, of the Passover, the Israelites departure from Egypt (their deliverance from slavery) and crossing of the Red Sea, of the food that God provides (the manna and quail), of the Ten Commandments being given to them from God and of the Tabernacle being made. It also tells of the rebellion of some as their 40 years of wandering unfolds.
From it we learn that God shows His faithfulness and He provides guidance for a faithful and healthy life.
Why should we know this?
Leading up to that time, the Israelites were a people but when they left Egypt, they became a nation. They were a nation called by God that was lead by Him as a pillar of cloud during the day and by a pillar of fire at night. We see in Exodus that God cared for those that believed in Him and despite their grumblings and sins, He protected and guided them.
Now there is even so much more in this book – how God wanted his people to handle their possessions, their social responsibilities, the care of the Ark and of the things of the Tabernacle. It also covers their great sin – the making of the Golden Calf while Moses was on Mt. Sinai and how God dealt with their sin.
So,we are called to learn from this book and to remember:
"The LORD is my strength and my defense; He has become my salvation. He is my God, and I will praise Him, my father's God, and I will exalt Him.” (Exodus 15:2)
It is also attributed to Moses and was written during the time the Israelites were 'in the desert, preparing to enter the Promised Land' which is estimated to around the 1420 - 1415 BC time frame.
What is it all about?
It covers the stories of the oppression of the Israelites in Egypt, Moses' birth and return to Egypt, of the signs (plagues) from God against the Egyptians, of the Passover, the Israelites departure from Egypt (their deliverance from slavery) and crossing of the Red Sea, of the food that God provides (the manna and quail), of the Ten Commandments being given to them from God and of the Tabernacle being made. It also tells of the rebellion of some as their 40 years of wandering unfolds.
From it we learn that God shows His faithfulness and He provides guidance for a faithful and healthy life.
Why should we know this?
Leading up to that time, the Israelites were a people but when they left Egypt, they became a nation. They were a nation called by God that was lead by Him as a pillar of cloud during the day and by a pillar of fire at night. We see in Exodus that God cared for those that believed in Him and despite their grumblings and sins, He protected and guided them.
Now there is even so much more in this book – how God wanted his people to handle their possessions, their social responsibilities, the care of the Ark and of the things of the Tabernacle. It also covers their great sin – the making of the Golden Calf while Moses was on Mt. Sinai and how God dealt with their sin.
So,we are called to learn from this book and to remember:
"The LORD is my strength and my defense; He has become my salvation. He is my God, and I will praise Him, my father's God, and I will exalt Him.” (Exodus 15:2)
Now we have an additional opportunity. Two video clips that provide some a summary of this book along with some visuals that may be helpful to you. And as always, know that these are just a summary.
This first video provides a 6 and 1/2 minute review of the first half of this book. Overview: Exodus Ch. 1 -18 | This second video is a closing 6 and 1/2 minute review of the rest of this second book of the Bible. Overview: Exodus Ch. 19-40 |
And please note - although these two videos help to summarize the Book of Exodus, we see some key parts of this book are not addressed but that is the challenge of a summary (what to think on and what to skip over). Hence our ongoing challenge. If we don't read and understand this book of the Bible, we do not know if there are key passages that God wants us to understand and to possibly embrace into our lives. And yes . . . if you have any comments on this book of the Bible, please share your comments. |