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Kids Resource
August 18, 2024
- Why does God not take Israel in the most direct route to the promised land? What is He planning?
God does not take Israel on the most direct route to the Promised Land because He wants to show that He is the Supreme God, with no equal. By leading Israel towards the southeast, God plans to demonstrate His glory, majesty, and power by triumphing over Pharaoh and the Egyptians, making it clear that there is no other god like Him . - What or who stood between Egypt and Israel keeping them apart?
The pillar of fire (which was the pillar of cloud by day) moved from the front of leading Israel to the back, standing between Egypt and Israel all night, keeping them safe and separate until they could pass through the Red Sea . - How do we see each person of the Trinity at work in saving Israel?
- Father: Orchestrates the events, showing His power over Egypt.
- Son: Represented by the pillar of fire and cloud, leading and protecting the Israelites.
- Holy Spirit: The “Ruach” (Hebrew for Spirit) of God divides the waters, enabling Israel to pass through the Red Sea.
This demonstrates the involvement of the Trinity in the salvation of Israel .
- What does Israel going between the walls of water at night point to in the New Testament?
Israel’s passage through the Red Sea at night is likened to baptism in the New Testament. Just as Israel was saved and passed through the waters, Christians, through baptism, symbolize their old self being buried with Christ and their new self being raised to life. This points to the greater salvation that comes through Jesus Christ . - What does Exodus 14-15 show us about God?
Exodus 14-15 demonstrate God’s supreme power, glory, and His unparalleled ability to save. It shows that God is majestic, glorious, and there is no one like Him. This narrative underscores that God is not only capable of delivering His people from physical enemies but also from greater enemies like sin, Satan, and death. Ultimately, it points to the greater salvation available through Jesus Christ, illustrating that God can save like no other .
