Adventures in Exodus Study Set

The Exodus can be viewed as the defining moment in Israel s history, for it was then that God called Israel out of slavery in Egypt and to a life of freedom as His people. Adventures in Called to Freedom looks through the lens of Christ and the Church to show that more than just seeking to free His people physically from the domination of Pharaoh, God desired to free His people from the far more sinister tyranny of sin so they could live the authentic freedom that belongs to children of God. Because of this, the Exodus story is not just Israel s story, it is our story as well; it tells us who God is and what He calls us to be. Trace the themes of name, knowing, and service through Exodus and learn their significance to Israel and us. Learn the personal significance of God s revelation of His name, I AM . See the Exodus as far more than a dramatic rescue mission and understand the goal of freedom from sin. Discover the Divine purpose behind the plagues on Egypt as more than simply a demonstration of God's power. Learn the key to authentic freedom. Discover that God s Law is in fact a reflection of God s love and concern for His people. Understand the importance of the Sabbath to the identity of God s people. See how imagery from the Exodus permeates the New Testament as well as the Old and learn how a proper understanding of the Exodus event can illuminate one's understanding of the Christian Faith.