Old testament
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Exodus Chapter 1: Israel Multiplies Under Oppression
Israel’s Children and a Growing Nation — Exodus 1:1–7 Exodus begins by recalling the names of Jacob’s sons who came to Egypt with him, as recorded in Genesis 46. They were Reuben, Simeon, Levi, Judah, Issachar, Zebulun, Benjamin, Dan, Naphtali, Gad, Asher, and Joseph. Over time, Joseph, his brothers, and that entire generation passed away.… Continue reading
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Exodus — Introduction
When Did These Events Take Place? Following the timeline used in our Genesis study, Jacob and his family moved from Canaan to Egypt around 1706 B.C. After Joseph’s death, a new period began for Jacob’s descendants. Around 1635 B.C., the Israelites eventually came under Egyptian slavery. The people who had once entered Egypt as a… Continue reading
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Genesis Chapter 21: When the Promise Finally Arrives
How God fulfills His word exactly on time—and why the fulfillment comes with bittersweet consequences. What’s This Chapter About? Genesis 21 is one of the most joyful chapters in the Abraham narrative. After waiting. After doubting. After taking matters into her own hands. Sarah finally gives birth to a son. The promised son. Isaac. But… Continue reading
