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The 365-Day Devotional Commentary

GOD’S INTENTIONSExodus 15:22–19:25 “Although the whole earth is Mine, you will be for Me a kingdom of priests and a holy nation” (Ex. 19:5–6). The Israelites’ discontent and quarreling on the journey toward Sinai demonstrates how far this people was from the holy nation God intended them to become. OverviewIsrael grumbled (15:22–27) and, though GodContinue reading “The 365-Day Devotional Commentary”

The 365-Day Devotional Commentary

GOD’S VICTORYExodus 12:1–15:21 “Do not be afraid. Stand firm and you will see the deliverance the LORD will bring you today” Ex. 14:13. The great celebration of Passover calls every Jewish family together to participate in an annual reminder of the deliverance God brought their forefathers in Egypt. The story told in these chapters portraysContinue reading “The 365-Day Devotional Commentary”

The 365-Day Devotional Commentary

GOD REVEALS HIS POWERExodus 5–11 “Who is the LORD, that I should obey Him and let Israel go? I do not know the LORD and I will not let Israel go” (Ex. 5:2). In ancient times a nation’s gods were credited with its successes. The more powerful the nation, the greater its gods seemed toContinue reading “The 365-Day Devotional Commentary”

The 365-Day Devotional Commentary

Exodus INTRODUCTIONExodus means “going out.” The book tells the story of the Israelites’ release from bondage in Egypt about 1450 B.C.Exodus tells how God, faithful to the covenant promises made to Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, performed miracles to shatter the bonds holding His people. The fast-paced adventure moves quickly to Sinai. Here Exodus lingers, andContinue reading “The 365-Day Devotional Commentary”

The 365-Day Devotional Commentary

CHRIST IN THE LIFEColossians 3–4 “As God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience” (Col. 3:12). It’s easy to recognize Christ in another person’s life—and even easier to recognize Him in your own. BackgroundReview and preview. Paul began his letter by affirming the superiority of Christ. HeContinue reading “The 365-Day Devotional Commentary”