I know I've had to talk fast recently to get everything in, but I slow down just a little bit as we prepare to leave Egypt with the Israelites. It's a solemn exit and full of grieving for all who did not heed the word of the LORD. God gives specific instructions for honoring the Passover, but there are certainly things left unsaid. If you are in a season of waiting on God for guidance, be encouraged that you just may have what He wants you to have right now.

Today's Reading: Exodus 10-13

Read about archaeological evidence that The Bible is 100% true with Ted Wright of Epic Archaeology: https://epicarchaeology.org/

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Want to hear more about that "giving clear guidelines and being consistent in parenting" idea... You bet! Entrusted with a Child's Heart does it better than anyone we know!

Scripture Read or Referenced:

Exodus 10:15-21

Exodus 11:1-8

Exodus 12:12-14, 28-29, 42

John 1:29

Exodus 13:17, 21-22

In Exodus 7-9, we see a curious tension as we're told that God will harden Pharaoh's heart, but we're also told that Pharaoh hardens his own heart. Which is it? As usual, we'll look to the rest of God's Word to give us clarity... and even when it is hard to understand, we will trust that His ways are higher than ours. We're not coming to the Word to confirm our view of God, we are coming to learn more about who He truly is. And He could not be more worthy of our worship.

Did you get our February Reading Plan? Go to the podcast page on our website, fill out the short form, and get access to our free printables: www.entrustedministries.com/podcast

Tell me more about that "giving clear guidelines and being consistent in parenting" idea... You bet! Entrusted with a Child's Heart does it better than anyone we know!

Plagues of Egypt Video: https://www.gotquestions.org/ten-plagues-Egypt.html

John Piper speaks to the Hardening of Hearts: https://www.desiringgod.org/interviews/when-does-god-harden-a-sinners-heart

Today's Reading: Exodus 7-9

Scripture Referenced or Read:

Romans 9:14-23

Ezekiel 36:26

Exodus 8:8-15, 19, 28-32

Exodus 9:5-7, 13-21, 27-28

The Burning Bush exchange between God and Moses is infamous. Moses' reservations to following the Lord can certainly resonate with us today. Listen to hear just how many times Moses attempts to tell God, "No!" and hear how God responds to him.

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Today's Reading: Exodus 4-6

Scripture Read or Referenced:

Exodus 3:13-4:15

Exodus 4:24-25

Acts 7:22

2 Corinthians 12:9

Would you like to learn more about the Tetragrammaton? Watch this quick video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zzLjNNLHYlQ

Faith over fear. As mothers, we've never loved anything like this, but can we trust God to provide and protect in the midst of certain fear and danger? Over and over, Scripture tells us we can. Though obedience does not mean we are spared from hardship, God's sovereignty assures us we can hope in Him.

Did you catch the prep episode about why we named this the Dwelling Place? It connects perfectly to this topic! Go back and listen here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dwelling-place-bible-plan-for-busy-moms/id1863449227?i=1000742766299

Jochebed's trust in the Lord reminds us of Nicole Fredericksen's faith in the latest episode of AGAIN. If you want to be encouraged about how the LORD is there for real people, here and now, listen in: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-again-podcast-on-biblical-motherhood/id1700555502

Today's Reading: Exodus 1-3

Scripture Read or Referenced:

Hebrews 11:23

Exodus 1:7, 15-22

Exodus 2:1, 2-10, 21-25

Exodus 3:2-12

And just like that, we are concluding the book of beginnings: Genesis. We've covered so much, and yet we've only just begun! If you'd like an amazing place to write all of your notes, Get the Word Out is for you! Find out all about it at: www.entrustedministries.com/studies

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Today's Reading: Genesis 46-50

Scripture Read:

Genesis 46:2-14

Genesis 48:15-16

Genesis 49:22-26

Genesis 50:15-21

Hebrews 11:1-22

The family situations in Genesis certainly didn't always go well, so give yourself some grace if your family feels chaotic too! Jake and Emily Deyo have some incredible words of encouragement in the latest episodes of AGAIN.

Part 1: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-again-podcast-on-biblical-motherhood/id1700555502?i=1000745276589

Part 2: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-again-podcast-on-biblical-motherhood/id1700555502?i=1000746193883

Only the God of The Bible can bring beauty from ashes and life from death. Joseph models how we can forgive and walk in grace, even when we've been deeply hurt. His life points to the coming Savior, the one who modeled forgiveness perfectly. This story of restoration can transform our hearts and our homes!

Do you have questions about Genesis and Job or about parenting? Email Stephanie!

Today's Reading: Genesis 42-45

Scripture Read or Referenced:

Genesis 42:1, 21

Genesis 45 (all, then 5, 7, 8)

Commentaries Quoted: Moody Commentary, MacArthur Commentary

Luke 23:34

Do these brothers make you think about a difficult you're having with one of your kids? Listen to the lastest episodes of AGAIN in which Emily and Jake Deyo give hope regarding our parenting of kids with ADHD.

Part 1: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-again-podcast-on-biblical-motherhood/id1700555502?i=1000745276589

Part 2: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-again-podcast-on-biblical-motherhood/id1700555502?i=1000746193883

God's presence provides favor and blessing... right? Is that biblical? We can see that in some passages, but not in all. What if God's presence IS our greatest blessing? It seems Joseph's life confirms this. Listen to hear why difficult circumstances do not indicate that God has abandoned you... it might mean just the opposite.

Do you have questions about Genesis and Job or about parenting? Email Stephanie!

Today's Reading: Genesis 37-41

Scripture Read or Referenced:

Genesis 37:3-11, 18-36

Genesis 39:2, 3, 5, 21-23

Genesis 41:14

Do these brothers make you think about a difficult you're having with one of your kids? Listen to the lastest episodes of AGAIN in which Emily and Jake Deyo give hope regarding our parenting of kids with ADHD.

Part 1: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-again-podcast-on-biblical-motherhood/id1700555502?i=1000745276589

Part 2: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-again-podcast-on-biblical-motherhood/id1700555502?i=1000746193883

Today we walk with Jacob through some difficult circumstances, and this is an episode you will want to listen to privately and not with your children.

We'll see the power of the Lord to transform bitter and angry hearts, but we'll also read how righteous anger can be handled unrighteously. Today will conclude our journey with Jacob. It can be hard to go through and say goodbye to these characters so quickly, but let's not forget who the main character of all of this is. It's the Lord Jesus who is coming to set all things right.

Send us your questions for the upcoming Q&A episode with Betsy: [email protected]

Looking for some encouragement as you parent a child with impulsive, intense emotions? Listen to the latest episodes of the AGAIN podcast here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-again-podcast-on-biblical-motherhood/id1700555502?i=1000746193883

Today's Reading: Genesis 33-36

Scripture Read or Referenced:

Genesis 33:1-4, 10, 20

Genesis 34

2 Peter 3:13

Genesis 35:3

The life of Jacob fills Sunday School classrooms, and it's for good reason! It has a lot to train us about life--whether we're young children or raising children. Will we choose honesty and integrity over deception and love patiently and without preference? Most of all, will we walk with God, knowing His presence doesn't free us from trials, but is absolutely worth it all?

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Speaking of wrestling... have you heard the latest AGAIN episodes on raising impulsive, intense kids? https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-again-podcast-on-biblical-motherhood/id1700555502

Today's Reading:

Genesis 28-32

Scripture Read or Referenced

Genesis 28:10-22

Genesis 29:18-35

Genesis 32: 9, 22-30

Matthew 28:18-20

Hebrews 13:5

It's out of love. We want our kids to succeed! But when is it too far? When are we taking matters into our own hands? These are real questions Christian moms need to consider, and God's Word is our guide once again.

Don't forget to listen to the Again podcast on biblical motherhood for an encouraging testimony on parenting ADHD! And while we're on the topic--do you think Esau had ADHD?!?

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Today's Reading: Genesis 24-27

Scripture Read:

Genesis 24:10-21, 26-28

Genesis 25:22-23

Genesis 27:34