In this section of Exodus, God warns the people of Israel of the consequences of not following His commands and sends an angel to guide them. As part of their covenant with God, the people are warned to not bow down to the gods of the other nations, and this foreshadows the struggle between God […]

Today the Pastors explore a section of Exodus’ legal code which includes a cyclical pattern of sevens, such as seven days of the week and seven years of letting the land rest. This pattern is a reminder of God’s appointed times and a call to obedience, as well as a demonstration of generosity to the […]

This passage from Exodus 23 emphasizes the importance of truth-telling and justice for all, regardless of social status. It encourages disciples to resist the temptation to deceive or act out of partiality, as God will not acquit the guilty. This is a theme echoed throughout the Bible, calling Christians to be trustworthy witnesses and to […]

The law is designed to keep the people in right relationship with God. Today the Pastors explore how this strange and broad ranging set of rules were intended to reveal the compassion of God by protecting the weakest and most powerless in society. To those who are willing to listen, there are lessons to be […]

The law not only addresses what should be done when someone is hurt or injured, it also prescribes what should be done when someone’s property is damaged or stolen. Then, as now, human nature tempts us to take from others or to press our own advantage. This, of course, breaks down our community and is […]

Today’s laws cover what to do when someone or their property is injured. The Pastors explore the difficult difference between the individuals in different hierarchies of ancient cultures and how these laws functioned in their society. Surprisingly, these laws are reimagined in the life of Jesus Christ, the one who takes injury upon himself for […]

Exodus is more than just a story of how the people were set free from Egyptian captivity. It is also a community handbook containing the divine laws that defined what it meant to be the covenant people of God. Join the Pastors as they explore how we can understand these laws today and how they […]

Today we move into DIFFICULT ground as we begin to look deeper into the more detailed laws governing communal life in ancient Israel. Today, as modern readers, we struggle to process how these laws governing the use of power in the form of economic slavery was a part of God’s original plan for the Israelites. […]

Having completed the 10 Commandments, we prepare to enter into a lengthy section of Exodus set aside for much more obscure laws. Today, the Pastors explain how we can begin to understand the importance of these laws even though they may be so different from our own life experiences. Don’t miss out on the ongoing […]

In today’s study we finish the 10 commandments with the commands to “not lie,” not “bear false witness” and to not “covet.” While all commands intended to protect the community, these commands have never been more important than they are today. Join the Pastors as they explore what makes these commands so essential for every […]