Moses’ Farewell (Deuteronomy 31-34)

Unit 6, Session 4 Dear families, Moses was an esteemed Old Testament figure who led God’s people faithfully, though imperfectly, away from Egyptian slavery and toward the Promised Land. As we follow his biblical narrative to Deuteronomy 31, we read how Moses began his parting speech to those he shepherded for 40 years. In whatContinue reading “Moses’ Farewell (Deuteronomy 31-34)”

The People Complained (Numbers 16; 20-21)

Unit 6, Session 3 Dear families, When we reflect on the Israelites’ journey to the Promised Land, nothing seems to more greatly characterize the posture of their hearts than their complaints. Despite the signs, miracles, protection, and provision they experienced, they remained reluctant to trust the Lord. Today’s passage highlights the Israelites’ inclination to disobeyContinue reading “The People Complained (Numbers 16; 20-21)”

The People Grumbled (Numbers 11-12)

Unit 6, Session 1 Dear families, The Israelites’ grumbling in Numbers 11 and 12 showcases God’s graciousness to provide abundantly more than their ungrateful hearts deserved. Though He made His presence visible among them, they did not believe He offered them His best. God’s people began to treat God’s miraculous provision as though it wereContinue reading “The People Grumbled (Numbers 11-12)”

The Golden Calf (Exodus 32; 34)

Unit 5, Session 2 Dear families, Exodus 32’s account of the golden calf showcases the sinful idolatry of people in contrast with the merciful nature of God. In the 40 days it took Moses to return from Mount Sinai, the people had grown impatient. They urged Aaron to join in their mission to find aContinue reading “The Golden Calf (Exodus 32; 34)”

Moses Led the Israelites (Exodus 17-18) 

Unit 4, Session 5   Dear families,  Exodus 17 and 18 reveal God’s faithfulness to help Moses in the difficulties of leadership. From the Amalekite battle to his daily struggle to teach and judge God’s people, Moses’ human limitations were evident as he came to the end of himself and depended on God to supply himContinue reading “Moses Led the Israelites (Exodus 17-18) “

God Provided for His People (Exodus 15-17)

Unit 4, Session 4 Dear families,  God’s miraculous provision for His people revealed His steadfast compassion despite their continual grumbling. In today’s passage, we read of God granting the Israelites far more than they deserved, heaping upon them more than they needed as they journeyed with Him to the Promised Land. Today, those who areContinue reading “God Provided for His People (Exodus 15-17)”

Moses Parted the Red Sea (Exodus 13-15)

Unit 4, Session 3 Dear families, The parting of the Red Sea is one of the most incredible accounts in Scripture. After God freed His people through the events of the Passover, He performed this amazing miracle to deliver them from danger and secure their hearts in worship to Him alone. In this passage, weContinue reading “Moses Parted the Red Sea (Exodus 13-15)”

Moses Confronted Pharoah (Exodus 5-12)

Unit 4, Session 2 Dear families, The confrontation between Moses and Pharaoh revealed the stark contrast between the powerful compassion of God toward His people and the heart-hardened pride of the Egyptian ruler. While challenging Pharaoh seemed an impossible task, God used Moses to showcase His glory through Moses’ willingness to obey. Though Pharaoh’s prideContinue reading “Moses Confronted Pharoah (Exodus 5-12)”

God Called Moses (Exodus 1-4)

Unit 4, Session 1 Dear families, Moses’ life was characterized by miraculous encounters with the God of Israel. The same God who called Moses into leadership promised to use His faithful servant to rescue the Israelites from Egyptian rule. As His people cried out, God heard and remembered His covenant with their forefathers. How didContinue reading “God Called Moses (Exodus 1-4)”