Exodus

As Genesis is the book of beginnings, Exodus is the book of redemption (Exodus 6:6).

The deliverance of the oppressed Israelites out of Egypt is the type of all redemption

1 Cor. 10:11 These things happened to them to serve as an example, and they were written down as a warning for us in whom the culmination of the ages has been attained.

The book of Exodus explains what true freedom is, what freedom costs, and how it must be used. It teaches that freedom is not license and discipline is not bondage.  

The severity of bondage in Egypt (a type of the world) and Pharaoh ( a type of Satan) calls forth the preparation of the deliverer:

• Moses (2:1-4:31) is a type of Christ.
• The contest with the oppressor (5:1-11:10) culminates in the departure (Greek: exodus, meaning "Outgoing") of the Hebrews from Egypt.
• They are redeemed by the blood of the Passover lamb (12:1-28)
• and by the power of the Lord manifested in the passage through the Red Sea (13:1-14:31)
• The experience of redemption, celebrated by the triumphal passage of the redeemed (15:1-21)
• It is followed by their testing in the wilderness (15:22, 18:27).
• At Mount Sinai, the redeemed nation accepts the law (19:1-31:18).
• Failure to rely upon grace leads to transgression and condemnation (32:1-34:35).
• God's grace triumphs, however, in the giving of the tabernacle, priesthood, and sacrifice, whereby the redeemed could worship and fellowship with their Redeemer (36:1-40:38)

Exodus is the continuation of the story that God began in Genesis. And this continuing story leads us to the coming of Jesus to earth and His death on the cross, and it won't end until God's people go to heaven and see Jesus on the Throne.

The theme of exodus is deliverance, and you can't have deliverance without a deliverer.  

Exodus includes codes that anticipate the climax of the New Testament, and the Holy Spirit orchestrates every detail with significance that extends beyond the event.

Keywords - Redemption and Deliverance

Exodus 6:6 Therefore, say to the Israelis, 'I am the Lord. I'll bring you out from under the burdens of the Egyptians, and I'll deliver you from their bondage. I'll redeem you with an outstretched arm and with great acts of judgment.

Joel 2:32 Everyone who calls upon the name of the Lord will be delivered.

1 Corinthians 10:11-13 These things happened to them to serve as an example, and they were written down as a warning for us in whom the culmination of the ages has been attained. Therefore, whoever thinks he is standing securely should watch out so he doesn't fall. No temptation has overtaken you that is unusual for human beings. But God is faithful, and He will not allow you to be tempted beyond your strength. Instead, along with the temptation, He will also provide a way out, so that you may be able to endure it.

Life is a continuous test of one’s faith in the Lord. As a child of God, every challenging situation we face is not an accident; it is the Lord’s way of posing a vital question to us. The question is this: “Will you trust Me to deliver you from these difficult circumstances, fears, tragedies, anxieties, and declining health?”

2 Corinthians 12:9 But He has told me, "My grace is all you need because my power is perfected in weakness." Therefore, I will most happily boast about my weaknesses so that the Messiah's power may rest on me.

Scarlet Thread

The name of our Redeemer is mentioned first here in Exodus 15:2: "The Lord is my strength and song, and He has become my salvation. "This is my God and I'll praise Him, the God of my father, and I'll exalt Him.

Psalm 68:4 Sing to God! Sing praise to His name! Exalt the one who rides on the clouds. The Lord is His name. Be jubilant in His presence.

For Further Study:

• Read through the book of Exodus.
• Pay attention to any reactions you have while reading this text.
• Write down any questions you have about particular passages. (I keep a journal just for Biblical questions I have.  I may not get the answer right away, but when I do, I return to my question journal and write the answers I've found.)
• Outline chapters and passages.  This will help you identify central themes and may aid in understanding the meaning of a particular verse that appeared difficult at first reading.
• Note how a passage describes the relationship between God and people.  Does this call for specific changes in your understandings, attitudes, or actions?
• What hope does this passage give for your life this week?