The Book of EXODUS

In this Bible study, we see God reiterate the importance of keeping the Sabbath.  We see the Israelites volunteer the materials needed to build the Tabernacle, all provided by God (as foretold in Genesis).  And we see all the skilled workers called forward, including Bezalel and Oholiab.  This brings us into our final segment of the book of Exodus, as we see the Tabernacle built and blessed by God.

In this Bible study, we wrap up our three-part series looking at Israel’s fall into Idolotry in Exodus 32 followed by a look at Moses’ relationship with the Lord.  God tested Moses by offering to create a new nation through him (Ex 32.10), but Moses selflessly pleaded with the Lord and offered himself as an atonement for their sin (Ex 32.31-32).  In Exodus 33 and 34 we see a back-and-forth conversation between God and Moses which ends with God’s renewing of the covenant promises started in Exodus 19.  We also see an amazing declaration of God’s name and his character in Ex 34:6-7 which Dave spends a good deal of time discussing in this Bible study.

In this Bible study we look at the “Golden Calf” incident and the many sub-topics found within that.  We look at Israel fall back on their old ways of Egypt, we look at why they might have done this, why a calf was made, and what it may have symbolized.  We also ask why Aaron made the calf and where was his fellow leader, Hur in all this.  Through all of this, we see that Moses was being tested by God.  We also look at Anthropopathism, God’s book (vs the Lamb’s book of life), and we ask the question, can God change his mind?  In addition, we see God’s judgment poured out in Exodus 32 and ask what we can learn about God (and about Christ) through that judgment.  So much to cover!!!

In this Bible study, we are covering Exodus 31 in which we see God appoint the workers to build the Tabernacle and all its elements.  God appoints Bezalel as the lead and Oholiab as his assistant.  We talk about these two men and what we know about them from the scriptures.  Additionally, God ends Exodus 31 with a call to keep the Sabbath; we unpack why this is here and what it means.

In this Bible Study, we look at Exodus 29 and the consecration process of the Hebrew High Priest, Aaron (and his sons).  We look at the different elements of the ordination process.  The study includes a look at what a sin offering is, as well as a burnt offering and a wave offering.  Ultimately we see the point of not only the high priest, the Tabernacle, the book of Exodus, and the entire Bible is God’s clear desire, (and provision) to dwell with His people. 

In this Bible Study, we look closely at God’s instructions for the creation of the High Priest’s garments, the outfit that Aaron (the first Jewish High Priest) would have worn.  We look at every element, including the undergarments, the tunic, the robe, and the ephod (what is an Ephod???)  We also look at the two shoulder pieces, the breast piece, the sash, and the turban (with the gold engraved plate).  What are the urim and thummim and how would the High Priest have used those to discern God’s decrees?  All this and more we discuss as we study Exodus 28.

In this Bible study, we look at the instructions given by God, to Moses, for the construction of the Tabernacle itself.  Included are the piece-by-piece building of the cloth layers as well as the structure of the tabernacle and the vail/curtain used to divide the Holy Place from the Most Holy Place (Holy of Holies).

In this Bible study, we open up Exodus 25 and dive into God’s explanation given to Moses of the Tabernacle.  Dave starts with an introduction and overview of the remaining 16 chapters of Exodus.  He then breaks down Exodus 25 into 4 segments: donation of the elements, the Ark of the Covenant, The Table of Showbread, and the Golden Lampstand.  Join us as we start our walkthrough of the Jewish Tabernacle!

In this study we look at the three annual festivals that God calls for Israel to celebrate, all in remembrance of the things God has done (and in thanksgiving for His provision of the harvest).  Then we look at God’s conditional promise to send an Angel ahead of Israel to prepare the promised land (on the condition that they follow all His ordinances given in the Book of the Covenant).

In this Bible study, we cover Exodus 23.1-13.  Verses 1-9 give a call for justice and mercy and verses 10-12 go over the Sabbath guidelines as they relate to the land.  Our segment concludes with a call from God for us to do all that he has called us to (v13).  God calls us to live Godly lives, treating others as we would like to be treated.

In this Bible study, we continue walking through the Book of the Covenant looking at Exodus 22 verses 1-17.  Included in this study are discussions of property lines (boundary stones), Bride price (dowry), and what we are called to do with this information today.

This week we continue our march through the Book of the Covenant and cover Exodus 21 verses 12-36.  In it we cover murder (12-14), honoring parents (15 & 17), kidnapping (16), quarreling (18-19), treatment of slaves (20-21 & 26-27), harm to a pregnant woman (22-25), the law of retaliation (23-25) and restitution for damage to livestock (26-36).  What do all these rules mean for the Israelites in Moses' day and what do they mean for us today?

This week we wrap up the 10 commandments and Exodus chapter 20.  Dave recaps Exodus 19-20 and the amazing scene before Mount Sinai.  Join as we conclude the decalogue (10 words) of God.

The 10th commandment calls us to not lust after what our neighbor has.  In our modern day, our “neighbor” is far more than the couple that live next door, our neighbors are everyone we know.  Coveting after what they have, desiring it for ourselves leads only to harm and further sin.  Join us as we dive into this final commandment in Exodus 20.17.

The 8th commandment calls us not to steal.  In this Bible study, we look at what the Bible has to say about possessions.  We will also look at ways we steal, that we may justify as being fine.  Lastly we will talk about tithing.  Join us as we dig into Exodus 20:15.

What is adultery and why does God outlaw it in the 7th commandment?  What does the Bible say about marriage?  What is sexual immorality and how does it relate to marriage and adultery?  What is abstinence and is it honestly still an option in this day and age?  All this and more we discuss in this Bible study looking at Exodus 20:14.

What does it mean to honor your father and mother?  What did it mean for the Israelites in Moses' day?  What does it mean for us today?  It may be an easy command for some, but not everyone is blessed with the best parents.  Join us as we dig into Exodus 20.12 and the 5th commandment.

The fourth commandment calls Israel (and us today) to observe the Sabbath and keep it Holy; what does that mean for us today?  What did that mean for Israel in the ancient Near East?  When should we “observe” the sabbath and what does it mean to observe it?  This and more we discuss in this week’s Exodus chapter 20.8-11 study.

The second commandment directs us to not have or worship any graven images.  What does that mean?  What did that mean to Israel in Moses' day?  What does that mean for us today?  In this video we unpack the 2nd commandment and also look at God's admission of being a "jealous God;" what does that mean and why is the creator of the universe jealous of anything or anyone?

The first commandment calls us to have no other Gods.  What did that mean for Israel (in Moses’ day) and what does that mean for us today?  Dave talks about the pantheon of gods Israel was around in Egypt and the gods they would encounter as they move into Canaan.  We today, have just as many false gods to be on the lookout for as the Israelites did in Moses’ day.  Dave concludes this video by talking about how to navigate modern world religions and cults (with respect, love, and tolerance).  Watch the video to learn more.

In Exodus 19 we see Israel make it to Mount Sinai.  This is a fulfillment of God’s promise to Moses back in Exodus 3.  God calls Moses to consecrate the people, as God's treasured possession, as a kingdom of priests, a holy nation, set apart.  We talk about all this and what it means to be "set apart" today.

This study we tackle Exodus 18 in which Moses' father in law, Jethro (the Priest of Midian), comes to visit Moses (and the Israelites) on their way to Mount Sinai.  Jethro sees Moses sit as judge over all of Israel from morning until evening and says, "what you are doing is not good" (Ex 18.15-16).  Jethro advises Moses to delegate to God fearing leaders and not take all the responsibility on himself.

In this Bible study we see Israel continue their journey to Mount Sinai.  We see Israel without drinkable water and without food, and in both situations they grumble and complain to Moses who in turn pleads to the LORD and God provides for them!  In this study we go in depth talking about Manna as well as what the Sabbath is (and if we should hold to that today).

What does the Bible have to say about music and songs in the Bible?  Moses and the Israelites have just witnessed God rescue them with the parting of the Red Sea.  They also saw God bring down his judgment on Pharaoh and his military.  In light of all they have seen they sing a song of praise to their maker and their redeemer!

With the 10th and final plague poured out by God, we see Pharaoh release the Israelites from their captivity in Egypt.  This week we wrap up our two-part teaching on the Passover with a few more details on the annual celebration.  We also tackle most of Exodus 13, looking at Consecration, Sanctification, and Redemption and how each of those plays out in the book of Exodus.Festival of Unleavened Bread.  This is part one of two on the subject of this 10th and final plague.

In this Bible study we cover Exodus 11.1 through 12.28.  Included in this teaching is coverage of the announcement of the 10th and final plague as well as the introduction to the Passover and the Festival of Unleavened Bread.  This is part one of two on the subject of this 10th and final plague.

In Exodus chapter 9 we look at plagues 5-7, the plague on the “livestock of the fields,” the plague of boils, and the plague of hail.  The back-and-forth battle between God (through Moses) and Pharaoh continues as Moses requests the release of the Israelites and Pharaoh continues to have a hard heart.

In Exodus chapter 8 we see God pour out plagues 2-4, the plagues of frogs, gnats, and flies.  Join us as we talk about each of these plagues and how God used them against Pharaoh, Egypt, and the false pantheon of Egyptian gods.  

At the end of Exodus 5 Moses asks God, “why have you brought trouble on this people?”  In Exodus 6, God answers Moses with a recap of what he is going to do in the coming chapters of Exodus.  Verses 13-30 of Exodus chapter 6 include a genealogy which traces from Jacob through his eldest three sons down to Moses and Aaron and ends at Aaron’s grandson Phinehas.  This genealogy, though somewhat random, does have a purpose.  God is sovereign and has a plan, from the beginning of time, until the end, God has a plan and is orchestrating it one step at a time.

In this study, we cover Exodus 4:18 through the end of chapter 5.  In this time we see Moses, after being given his assignment from God, travel to Egypt to present God’s plan to the Israelites.  In Egypt, the elders listen to Moses and Aaron believe and worship God!  Exodus 5 Moses and Aaron make their first request of Pharaoh, to let God's people go.  Watch and hear how Pharaoh responds!

This week we look at Exodus chapter two and the story of Moses.  Moses, drawn out of the river by Pharaoh's daughter.  Moses, raised with all the education and splendor of a Prince of Egypt.  Moses, the man who chose to leave all that to follow God's call for his life.  Watch to learn the full story.

This week we look at Romans Chapter 14 as well as the first 13 verses of chapter 15 in which Paul calls the believers in his day (as well as us today) to not hold too critical people's choices as to when they celebrate the sabbath, whether they eat kosher or whether they do or do not drink alcohol.  We are called to love each other and allow our fellow believers to do what they think is best, as they feel led by God.  We have freedom in Christ, but Paul warns us to be careful never to do anything that might cause our fellow believers to stumble.