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24. The Provision of Food for those who want to eat full (Ex 15:22-16:15)

The Lord heals our sickness and fills what we lack of. πŸ‘‰ Read Exodus 15:22 – 16:15 What lesson does God teach them through the bitter water of Marah? (26) They complained, “If only we had died by the hand of (                    ) in Egypt, when we sat by the pots of (            ), when we ate (             ) to the full, for you have brought us out into this wilderness to kill this whole assembly with (               ).” How many “murmuring” (meaning complaining) do you read in this passage?   Answers and Meditation The Lord is my healer Probably, they had diseases because of bad water. Because the Lord is their healer, their obedience will guarantee their health. They didn’t need to take care of all the other things....

23. The Song of Triumph (Ex 15:1-21)

They sang a song to the Lord after they had seen the great victory of the Lord. πŸ‘‰ Read Exodus 15:1-21 (            ) is my strength and my song; He has become my (             ) In this song, God’s deliverance came from two attributes of God. “In the abundance of your (                ), you have overthrown those who rise up against you. By your (                  ), you will lead the people whom you have redeemed.” Find verses that describe the Egyptians drowned in the sea (five) What is God’s purpose in the Red Sea victory? (two, 14-16, 17-18)     Answers and Meditation The Lord, salvation They had cried out to the Lord and complained to Moses at 14:10-11. The Lord has been with them always. But, they hadn’...

22. The Lord Fights for You: The Red Sea (Ex 14:5-31)

The Lord exercised great power over the Egyptians, and they believed in the Lord and his servant Moses. (14:31) πŸ‘‰ Read Exodus 14:5-31 As they saw the Egyptian chariots approaching, they said, “We will (         ) in the desert.” But Moses said to them, “Do not (             )! Stand (            ) and see the (                ) of the Lord. The Lord will (           ) for you. You can be (             ).” How did the Lord delay the Egyptian chariots while crossing?   What did the Egyptians say when they were trapped in panic? (25)   What would be the purpose of unexpected troubles in our life? (4, 18, 31)   Answers and...

21. God leads His people to spiritual growth (Ex 13:17-14:4)

The Lord led them to a detour on purpose. πŸ‘‰ Read Exodus 13:17-14:4 Why did the Lord not lead them to a shortcut?     The Lord led them to a place with nowhere to go except the sea. And Pharaoh heard it and thought that they were wandering in the wilderness. Why did the Lord do so? (14:4)     Answers and Meditation They might return to Egypt in fear of war For newborn Christians, God leads them to an easier way of less spiritual battle. However, later, God will lead them to battlefields. They will win the battle and get the prize. No battle, no victory, no prize. The wilderness was where the Lord tested the Israelites for their trust in the Lord. In the land of Canaan, the Lord tested their love for God. To let the Egyptians know the Lord What does God mean by saying ‘I am the LORD’? He made a promise to a human and fulfilled it. He takes the initiative in delivering His people. He wants to reveal His identity through a mighty hand and saves Hi...

20. Remember Salvation: the Firstborn Law and Unleavened Bread (Ex 13:1-16)

The Lord asked them to keep the Feast of Unleavened Bread and the ordinance of the firstborn. It was to remember the Lord's mighty hand revealed during the Exodus. πŸ‘‰ Read Exodus 13:1-16 The Lord asked the Israelites to keep the Feast of Unleavened Bread and the ordinance of the Firstborn. It was to remember the Lord’s deliverance. The Feast of Unleavened Bread was to remember God’s mighty hand for their salvation and to encourage them to have the (           ) of the Lord in their (             ). (v8-9)   As for the ordinance of the Firstborn, they need to sacrifice the first male offspring of every womb to the Lord or (              ) it with another animal. Through this, they would remember God’s punishment on Pharaoh’s (                 ) and ...

19. Deliverance Came in the Night of the Lord (Ex 12:29-51)

The night, they left for Canaan after 430 years of staying in Egypt. πŸ‘‰ Read Exodus 12:29-51 It happened at (              ) – the Lord attacked (        ) the firstborn in the land of (            ). Pharaoh got up in (            ) along with all Egypt, and there was a (                 ) in Egypt. Pharaoh summoned Moses in (            ) and begged them to leave Egypt. The Lord gave the people (         ) in the sight of the Egyptians, and they gave them whatever they wanted, and so they (            ) Egypt. Why did the Israelites take unleav...

18. It is the LORD's Passover (Ex 12:1-28)

The Lord wants them to remember how they were delivered. πŸ‘‰ Read Exodus 12:1-28 They took (          ) year old male lamb or goat for the Passover on the (          ) day of the month. They kept it until (            ) day. On the 14th day sundown, they killed the lamb and put its (             ) on the doorposts and the doorframe. They should not boil it, but (              ) it. They ate the meat in the night in haste. What was the sign that made the angel pass over the house? What is the name of the feast that continued after the Passover? Why do they keep the feast of the Passover as their perpetual ordinance?   Answers and Meditation One, 10 th , 14th, blood, roast God told them a very specific instruction. They chose a lamb on the 10 th and ki...

17. The tenth: Death. The Lord distinguishes (Ex 11:1-10)

The Lord announces the final plague of death, but Pharaoh doesn’t listen to Him. πŸ‘‰ Read Exodus 11:1-10 The Israelites asked for silver and gold from their neighbors before their departure. What do you think made their neighbors give their treasure to the Israelites? Why does the Lord kill the firstborns of Egyptians? (hint, 4:22-23) (           ) the firstborn in the land of Egypt will die, from (            ) to (             ). There will be a great cry throughout the (           ) land of Egypt. But against any of the Israelites, not even (           ) will bark, so that you may know that the Lord (                 ) between Egypt and Israel. Answers and Meditation T...

16. The eighth and the nineth: Locusts and Darkness (Ex 10:1-29)

The Lord hardened Pharaoh’s heart. πŸ‘‰ Read Exodus 10:1-29 The Lord hardened Pharaoh’s heart to let the future generation of Israel know (            ) by hearing the (            ) performed among the Egyptians. When the plague of locusts was announced, Pharaoh’s officials pleaded with Pharaoh to release Israel. What was Pharaoh’s conditional grant? (11)   The sign of the Lord reveals who He is. The plague of locusts reveals that there is (            ) like the Lord. (10:6, 10:14, 9:14) When the plague of darkness came, Pharaoh permitted them to leave except for their (             ). As Moses refused his proposal, Pharaoh said, “Go from me! When you see my face you will (           ).” Answers a...

15. The seventh: Hail (Ex 9:13-35)

This plague takes the lives of animals and men. At this, the Lord provided how to live for Egyptians. πŸ‘‰ Read Exodus 9:13-35 Why did not the Lord destroy all Egyptian at once? (14-16, 29) The Lord chose Pharaoh to display His power because he (             ) himself against God’s people. However, God warned them of hail and provided a way to save the livestock of those who (            ) Him. (17-20) Pharaoh said to Moses, “I have (            ) this time! The Lord is (            ), and I am (            ). Pray to the Lord. I will release you.” However, Moses said to Pharaoh, “I know that you do not (      ) the Lord God.” When hail ceased, both (     ) a...

14. The fifth and sixth: Disease and Boils (Ex 9:1-12)

These two plagues affected the personal property of the Egyptians. πŸ‘‰ Read Exodus 9:1-12 What was the name of God shown to Pharaoh? (1)   What were the two facts that tell God had struck them? (4,5) What would be the reason that Aaron threw the dust in front of Pharaoh to cause boils? But (                ) hardened Pharaoh’s heart, and Pharaoh did not listen to them, just as the Lord had (               ).   Answers and Meditation The God of Hebrews God uses different names to announce Himself to Pharaoh. Lord, the God of Israel (5:1), LORD, the God of the Hebrews (7:16, 9:1, 9:13, 10:3), LORD (8:1, 8:20) ‘The Hebrews’ indicated the immigrant who had crossed over. They were weak, without land, and oppressed. When God called Himself the God of Hebrew, He meant He cared for the weak and the oppressed.   The ...

13. The third and fourth plagues: Gnats and Flies (Ex 8:16-32)

From now on, the magician could not perform the same plague. And the Lord put a distinction between His people and Pharaoh’s people. πŸ‘‰ Read Exodus 8:16-32 The plague of gnats came without warning. What did the magicians say about the plague? (19) Why did the Lord distinguish the land of Goshen from other parts of Egypt? (22-23)   How did Pharaoh compromise the request of Moses? (25, 28)   Answers and Meditation It is the finger of God. They acknowledged God’s power for the first time. However, Pharaoh thought the situation was still bearable and hardened his heart.  The thought that we can still manage our lives despite difficulties delays our humble and perfect submission to the Lord. Let Pharaoh know the Lord is amid the land. The distinction between the Israelites and the Egyptians says God is above all other gods and brought this disaster. Ancient Egyptians wore fly amulets and believed they protected them from insect bites. fly-symbolism-ancie...

12. The Second plague: Frogs (Ex 7:25 - 8-15)

In Egyptian myth, the frog was the image of Heqet, the god of fertility. God condemned the theology and value system of the Egyptians through plagues. πŸ‘‰ Read Exodus 7:25-8:15 The purpose of Exodus was to (             ) the Lord. (1) The Nile swarmed with (         ). And they were found everywhere. They (           ) the land of Egypt. Why did Moses ask Pharaoh to pick a date to remove frogs? (9-10) Pharaoh allowed them to leave for the first time. But when he saw that there was (               ), he hardened (                ) and did not listen to them, just as the Lord had (                  ).   ...

11. The first plague: Blood (Ex 7:14-24)

The Egyptians linked their gods with the life-giving force of the Nile. The blood plague revealed the vanity of the god of the Nile. πŸ‘‰ Read Exodus 7:14-24 What was the reason for the plague (14-17)? According to Moses’ command, Aaron stroked the Nile river with his (               ). The water of the Nile turned into (                ). Fish in the river (             ). They could not drink the water from (                     ).   What was Pharaoh’s response? (22-23)   Answers and Meditation Pharaoh hasn’t listened to God, for his heart was hardened.  The Lord wanted to show who the LORD was. Not knowing the LORD will make your heart stubborn to disobey.    ...

10. The Reason of Plagues (Ex 6:28-7:13)

Moses complains, ‘Pharaoh won’t listen.’ The Lord explains how He would make Pharaoh release the Israelites. πŸ‘‰ Read Exodus 6:28-7:13 Why does Moses think Pharaoh would not listen to him? (6:30)   God will (           ) Pharaoh’s heart so that He would perform many wonders. Thus they will (            ) who the Lord is. What miracle did Aaron perform to confirm God had sent them? Why did Pharaoh not listen to Moses even though he was miracles that Aaron performed? (v3-4, v8-13)   Answers and Meditation ‘I speak with difficulty.” Moses focuses on the human ability to do God’s work. This led to unbelief. The Lord let Aaron speak on behalf of Moses. Though Aaron is to speak to Pharaoh, God let Aaron hear God’s message through Moses. Once God has chosen you, He won’t abandon you even though you are found to lack ability. Instead, He helps you to complete the ...

09. God sent Moses and Aaron (Ex 6:13-28)

Moses complained, ‘They didn’t listen to me.’ God said, ‘I have spoken to you and sent you. Trust me, not today’s outcome.’ πŸ‘‰ Read Exodus 6:13-28 The LORD gave Moses and Aaron (              ) for the Israelites and Pharaoh to bring them out of Egypt. Please find the family line from Levi to Moses. Levi – (               ) – (                 ) – Moses and Aaron. Who were the three sons of Levi? “It was (                 ) Aaron and Moses to whom the Lord said. … They were (                ) who were speaking to Pharaoh…. It was (          ...

08. Knowing the name YHWH: Assurance of Deliverance (Ex 5:23-6:10)

 To Moses’ complaint, ‘Will you really deliver us?’, the Lord revealed his name YHWH and confirmed the deliverance. πŸ‘‰ Read Exodus 5:22-6:12 God answered Moses’ complaint (5:22-23). God had revealed His name as (                            ) to Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. But now God will reveal His name (                 ) to the Israelites through this salvation. This name YHWH (YHWH is four consonants of the Hebrew word for God’s name. They read it as ‘the LORD’) means that God keeps His (                ) given to their ancestors and God frees them from their (                 ) by Egyptians. (v2-6) How many ti...

07. Pharaoh’s Opposition as Foretold (Ex 5:1-23)

As the Lord had said, Pharaoh refused God’s order saying, “I do not know the Lord.” πŸ‘‰ Read Exodus 5:1-23 What was Pharaoh’s excuse for not sending the Israelites? (2)   Why did Pharaoh make their labor harder? (9)   People complained to (                         ), and Moses complained to (           ) about the worsened situation and God’s not delivering them. (20-23) The Lord foretold Pharaoh’s refusal in 3:19 and 4:23. What was the Lord’s plan? (3:20, 4:23)   Answers and Meditation “Who is the LORD? I do not know the LORD.” The Hebrews were one of many foreign tribes under Egyptian slavery. Therefore, the god of the Hebrews wasn’t a threat to him, for he was a representative of the highest god of Egypt. He thought he was higher than any other god. Because Pharaoh said he did...

06. The Return of Moses to his people (Ex 4:18-31)

Moses returns to his own people. It demands the circumcision of his sons. πŸ‘‰ Read Exodus 4:18-31 Moses told his father-in-law, “Let me return to my (                 ) in Egypt.” He returned to Egypt with his family and took (                    ) in his hand.” Why would God kill the firstborn of Egypt? (22-23) The Lord sought to kill Moses on the way because he had not (                ) his son. What would the reason that people bowed down to the Lord be? (31)   Answers and Meditation Relatives, the staff of God   Because Pharaoh would detain Israel, God’s firstborn This is the first place in OT that God called Israel His son. Pharaoh acted against the Israelites and especially against male babies. The Lo...

05. The Source of Sufficiency (Ex 4:1-17)

Moses was not willing to go with two excuses. God encouraged him with miracles and confirmation. πŸ‘‰ Read Exodus 4:1-17 Three miracles that Moses would perform were the miracles of (               ), leprosy, and (              ). Find the verses that explain the reason for those miracles. (Four verses in from 2-9) The Lord said three things to Moses, who was saying he was not qualified to do that job. “I am the maker, (                            ).” “(                ) will become your prophet.” “Take this staff.”   Answers and Meditation Snake, blood   1, 5, 8, 9 Those miracles were supposed to make people believe t...