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Crossing the Red Sea
In Exodus 13:17-14:31, God led the Israelites out of Egypt with a pillar of cloud by day and fire by night. But Pharaoh changed his mind and sent his army after them. Trapped at the Red Sea, the Israelites were afraid, but God told Moses to lift his staff. The sea parted, creating a dry path for them to cross. When the Egyptians followed, the waters crashed back, drowning them.
God Provides Water in the Wilderness
In Exodus 15:22-27; 17:1-7, the Israelites traveled through the desert and struggled to find water. When they came to bitter water, God told Moses to throw a piece of wood into it, making it drinkable. Later, when they were thirsty again, they complained to Moses. God instructed him to strike a rock, and water flowed out for everyone to drink.
God Provides Manna from Heaven
In Exodus 16:1-36, the Israelites complained about having no food in the desert, so God provided bread from heaven called manna. Every morning, they gathered just enough for the day, and on the sixth day, they collected extra for the Sabbath. If they took too much, it spoiled, teaching them to trust God daily.
Wise Advice for Moses
In Exodus 18:1-27, Moses’ father-in-law, Jethro, visited him and saw that Moses was overwhelmed by settling disputes among the Israelites all by himself. Jethro advised him to choose trustworthy men to help as leaders, handling smaller matters while Moses focused on the most important ones. Moses listened and put this plan into action.
God Prepares to Give His Law
In Exodus 19:1-25, the Israelites camped at Mount Sinai, where God told Moses that if the people obeyed Him, they would be His special nation. God instructed them to prepare by washing their clothes and staying away from the mountain. Then, with thunder, lightning, and a loud trumpet blast, God’s presence covered the mountain in smoke. The people trembled as Moses went up to speak with God.
The Ten Commandments
In Exodus 20:1-21, God gave the Israelites the Ten Commandments, teaching them how to love Him and treat others. He commanded them to worship only Him, respect His name, and keep the Sabbath holy. He also told them not to lie, steal, murder, or be jealous of others. When the people saw the thunder and lightning on the mountain, they were afraid, but Moses told them that God wanted to teach them to follow Him.
The Golden Calf
In Exodus 32:1-29, while Moses was on Mount Sinai receiving God’s laws, the Israelites grew impatient and asked Aaron to make them a god. Aaron made a golden calf, and the people worshiped it, forgetting God’s mighty rescue from Egypt. When Moses came down and saw their disobedience, he shattered the stone tablets in anger. He called those who were still faithful to God to stand with him, and judgment came upon those who rebelled.
God’s Mercy and Faithfulness
In Exodus 34:1-9, God told Moses to make two new stone tablets to replace the ones he had broken. When Moses went up Mount Sinai, God passed by him and revealed His character—full of mercy, love, faithfulness, and justice. Moses bowed down and asked God to forgive the people for their sins and continue to be with them.
God’s Presence Fills the Tabernacle
In Exodus 40:1-38, God told Moses how to set up the tabernacle, a special tent where His presence would dwell among the Israelites. When everything was prepared as God commanded, a cloud covered the tabernacle, and His glory filled it. Whenever the cloud lifted, the Israelites traveled, but when it stayed, they remained where they were.
Miriam and Aaron Speak Against Moses
In Numbers 12:1-16, Miriam and Aaron spoke against Moses because of his wife and questioned why God had chosen him as their leader. God called them out and reminded them that He spoke to Moses directly, unlike anyone else. As a consequence, Miriam was struck with a skin disease, but after Moses prayed for her, God healed her after seven days outside the camp.