EXODUS SERIES: Freedom From . Freedom For

EXODUS SERIES: PART 31

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EXODUS: FREEDOM FROM .:. FREEDOM FOR

STARTING BACK UP ON SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 1ST

In this sermon series, titled “EXODUS: Freedom From, Freedom For,” we’ll delve deep into the parallels between the biblical narrative of Exodus and the life of Jesus.

Just as the Israelites found liberation from bondage in Egypt, Jesus’s life reflects a journey of deliverance, from his miraculous escape as a baby to his ultimate sacrifice and resurrection.

Through exploring Exodus, we gain profound insights into the character of Jesus and the freedom he offers us today. Join us on this transformative journey as we uncover the timeless truths of liberation and purpose.

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Devotional 1: Exodus 1-18

Exodus 1-18

Leader: Begin your gathering by taking communion together, whether as a full meal together or some version of the bread and the cup before or after your meal. If you don’t already have a Communion liturgy, take some time to reflect on these words from Exodus 34v5-7, in which God describes himself to Moses:

The Lord came down in the cloud and stood there with Moses and proclaimed his name, Yahweh. And he passed in front of Moses, proclaiming, “Yawheh, Yahweh, the compassionate and gracious God, slow to anger, abounding in love and faithfulness, maintaining love to thousands, and forgiving wickedness, rebellion and sin. Yet he does not leave the guilty unpunished…”

 

Watch This Video Together

The video below will explore the narrative of the first half of the scroll of Exodus, giving a helpful framework for and understanding of what’s going on. Since we’ll be teaching through Exodus over about 3 months, this video offers a great snapshot of the context of what’s going on.

Discuss These Questions Together

  • As we watched the video, what stuck out that we may have not heard or thought of before, or that makes us think in a new or deeper way?

  • Considering the themes that stuck out, what might they reveal to us about God?

  • When something sticks out to us, it might be an invitation from God. Based on our discussion, what invitation might God be extending to us individually or to our Community? And how could we lean into this invitation this week? (e.g. meditating each morning on this theme, memorizing a particular scripture, taking time in the middle of our day to be present to God, doing a fast, practicing generosity, etc.)

Extra Time?

If your Community has any extra time, feel free to spend it praying for each other. You could do this many ways, but it could be fun to practice prophetic listening prayer for people in your Community by doing the second part of the “Do These Practices Tonight” section of the Community Guide on Prophecy from the Hearing God series.

Devotional 2: Moses and Aaron

Devotional 2: Moses & Aaron

Leader: Begin your gathering by taking communion together, whether as a full meal together or some version of the bread and the cup before or after your meal. If you don’t already have a Communion liturgy, take some time to reflect on these words from Exodus 34v5-7, in which God describes himself to Moses:

The Lord came down in the cloud and stood there with Moses and proclaimed his name, Yahweh. And he passed in front of Moses, proclaiming, “Yawheh, Yahweh, the compassionate and gracious God, slow to anger, abounding in love and faithfulness, maintaining love to thousands, and forgiving wickedness, rebellion and sin. Yet he does not leave the guilty unpunished…”

Watch This Video Together

A large theme in Exodus and the Torah as a whole relates to Israel’s need for a priesthood. The video below explores the failed beginnings of this priesthood along with the hope for a future perfect priest.

Discuss These Questions Together

  • As we watched the video, what stuck out that we may have not heard or thought of before, or that makes us think in a new or deeper way?

  • Considering the themes that stuck out, what might they reveal to us about God?

  • When something sticks out to us, it might be an invitation from God. Based on our discussion, what invitation might God be extending to us individually or to our Community? And how could we lean into this invitation this week? (e.g. meditating each morning on this theme, memorizing a particular scripture, taking time in the middle of our day to be present to God, doing a fast, practicing generosity, etc.)

Extra Time?

If your Community has any extra time, feel free to spend it praying for each other. You could do this many ways, but it could be fun to practice prophetic listening prayer for people in your Community by doing the second part of the “Do These Practices Tonight” section of the Community Guide on Prophecy from the Hearing God series.

Devotional 3: The Covenants

Devotional 3: The Covenants

Leader: Begin your gathering by taking communion together, whether as a full meal together or some version of the bread and the cup before or after your meal. If you don’t already have a Communion liturgy, take some time to reflect on these words from Exodus 34v5-7, in which God describes himself to Moses:

The Lord came down in the cloud and stood there with Moses and proclaimed his name, Yahweh. And he passed in front of Moses, proclaiming, “Yawheh, Yahweh, the compassionate and gracious God, slow to anger, abounding in love and faithfulness, maintaining love to thousands, and forgiving wickedness, rebellion and sin. Yet he does not leave the guilty unpunished…”

Watch This Video Together

The video below backs up a bit from just Exodus, exploring and giving helpful insight into the cultural and biblical category and theme of “covenant”.

Discuss These Questions Together

  • As we watched the video, what stuck out that we may have not heard or thought of before, or that makes us think in a new or deeper way?

  • Considering the themes that stuck out, what might they reveal to us about God?

  • When something sticks out to us, it might be an invitation from God. Based on our discussion, what invitation might God be extending to us individually or to our Community? And how could we lean into this invitation this week? (e.g. meditating each morning on this theme, memorizing a particular scripture, taking time in the middle of our day to be present to God, doing a fast, practicing generosity, etc.)

Extra Time?

If your Community has any extra time, feel free to spend it praying for each other.

Devotional 4: Exodus 19-40

Leader: Begin your gathering by taking communion together, whether as a full meal together or some version of the bread and the cup before or after your meal. If you don’t already have a Communion liturgy, take some time to reflect on these words from Exodus 34v5-7, in which God describes himself to Moses:

The Lord came down in the cloud and stood there with Moses and proclaimed his name, Yahweh. And he passed in front of Moses, proclaiming, “Yawheh, Yahweh, the compassionate and gracious God, slow to anger, abounding in love and faithfulness, maintaining love to thousands, and forgiving wickedness, rebellion and sin. Yet he does not leave the guilty unpunished…”

Watch This Video Together

A continuation of the first Guide and video, the video below explores the second half of the scroll of exodus, providing a helpful framework and context for the second half of our series.

Discuss These Questions Together

  • As we watched the video, what stuck out that we may have not heard or thought of before, or that makes us think in a new or deeper way?

  • Considering the themes that stuck out, what might they reveal to us about God?

  • When something sticks out to us, it might be an invitation from God. Based on our discussion, what invitation might God be extending to us individually or to our Community? And how could we lean into this invitation this week? (e.g. meditating each morning on this theme, memorizing a particular scripture, taking time in the middle of our day to be present to God, doing a fast, practicing generosity, etc.)

Extra Time?

If your Community has any extra time, feel free to spend it praying for each other.

Devotional 5: Visual Commentary: Ex 34:6-7

Take Communion

Leader: Begin your gathering by taking communion together, whether as a full meal together or some version of the bread and the cup before or after your meal. If you don’t already have a Communion liturgy, take some time to reflect on these words from Exodus 34v5-7, in which God describes himself to Moses:

The Lord came down in the cloud and stood there with Moses and proclaimed his name, Yahweh. And he passed in front of Moses, proclaiming, “Yawheh, Yahweh, the compassionate and gracious God, slow to anger, abounding in love and faithfulness, maintaining love to thousands, and forgiving wickedness, rebellion and sin. Yet he does not leave the guilty unpunished…”

Watch This Video Together

The video below explores the most quoted verse of the Bible by the Bible – the one where God describes what he’s like.

Discuss These Questions Together

  • As we watched the video, what stuck out that we may have not heard or thought of before, or that makes us think in a new or deeper way?

  • Considering the themes that stuck out, what might they reveal to us about God?

  • When something sticks out to us, it might be an invitation from God. Based on our discussion, what invitation might God be extending to us individually or to our Community? And how could we lean into this invitation this week? (e.g. meditating each morning on this theme, memorizing a particular scripture, taking time in the middle of our day to be present to God, doing a fast, practicing generosity, etc.)

Extra Time?

If your Community has any extra time, feel free to spend it praying for each other.

Devotional 6: Slow to Anger

Watch This Video Together

The video below explores one particular reality of how God reveals his character, namely, that he is slow to anger.

Discuss These Questions Together

  • As we watched the video, what stuck out that we may have not heard or thought of before, or that makes us think in a new or deeper way?

  • Considering the themes that stuck out, what might they reveal to us about God?

  • When something sticks out to us, it might be an invitation from God. Based on our discussion, what invitation might God be extending to us individually or to our Community? And how could we lean into this invitation this week? (e.g. meditating each morning on this theme, memorizing a particular scripture, taking time in the middle of our day to be present to God, doing a fast, practicing generosity, etc.)

Extra Time?

If your Community has any extra time, feel free to spend it praying for each other.

Suggested Reading Plan from YouVersion

Exodus Reading Plan

SUGGESTED READING:

Bearing God’s Name: Why Sinai Still Matters by Carmen Joy Imes

Have you ever wondered what the Old Testament―especially the Old Testament law―has to do with your Christian life? You are not alone. Some Christian leaders believe we should cast off the Old Testament now that we have the New. Carmen Joy Imes disagrees.

In this warm, accessible volume, Imes takes readers back to Sinai, the ancient mountain where Israel met their God, and explains the meaning of events there. She argues that we’ve misunderstood the command about “taking the Lord’s name in vain.” Instead, Imes says that this command is about “bearing God’s name,” a theme that continues throughout the rest of Scripture. Readers will revisit the story of Israel as they trudge through the wilderness from a grueling past to a promising future. The story of Israel turns out to be our story too, and you’ll discover why Sinai still matters as you follow Jesus today.

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