At Mount Sinai God lays out His laws for the nation of Israel. We the church are invited to covenant relationship in God's continued work in the world.
Shortly into their time in the desert, Israel began to grumble about their lack of food and lack of God's provision. God provides quail and bread for his people. In time, Jesus claims he is the Bread of Life.
As Pharaoh drives the Israelites out of Egypt, their journey towards the promised land begins. Soon they find them selves hemmed in between the sea and the Egyptian army. God moves powerfully.
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Passover became both an annual celebration and a paradigm for how God rescues his people. At the Last Supper, Jesus [the Lamb of God] establishes a new tradition.
As Moses begins to petition Pharaoh, thing get much worse for the Israelites. The people turn their anger towards Moses, and he turns his towards God. Where are you, God, in times of suffering?
Moses, fearful and feeling unequipped, raises concerns about God's calling to free his people from Egypt. God answers Moses' concerns, promising provision.