Bible Reading: Exodus 3:13-20 KJV
- Exodus 3:14 KJV
The pages of the Old Testament are not merely a collection of historical accounts and prophetic writings, but they also hold a vivid portrayal of Jesus Christ, the central figure of our faith. As we delve into the ancient scriptures, we discover that the foreshadows, symbols, and types all point to the coming of our Savior, Jesus Christ. As John 5:39 points out, Jesus Himself said that the Old Testament was about Him. In this devotional, we will share reference to Jesus in the book of Exodus.
The Book of Exodus is a pivotal narrative in the Old Testament, detailing the Israelites' deliverance from slavery in Egypt and their journey towards the Promised Land. As we explore the pages of this book, we find that Jesus, the central figure of our faith, is woven throughout its pages, foreshadowing His ultimate work of redemption on the cross.
The Book of Exodus is a pivotal narrative in the Old Testament, detailing the Israelites' deliverance from slavery in Egypt and their journey towards the Promised Land. As we explore the pages of this book, we find that Jesus, the central figure of our faith, is woven throughout its pages, foreshadowing His ultimate work of redemption on the cross.
In Exodus chapter 3, we encounter the burning bush, a theophany where God reveals Himself to Moses and commissions him to lead the Israelites out of Egypt. This event prefigures Jesus' incarnation, where the eternal God took on human flesh to deliver His people from the bondage of sin and death. In John 8:58, "Jesus said unto them, Verily, verily, I say unto you, Before Abraham was, I am." The Jews knew exactly what Jesus was saying - He was claiming to be God that spoke to Moses in Exodus. The Jews considered this blasphemous and picked up stones to cast at him (John 8:59).
The Passover celebration, described in Exodus 12, holds significant symbolism for Jesus' death on the cross. The Israelites were instructed to sacrifice a lamb without blemish, whose blood was to be applied to the doorposts of their homes. This lamb represented Christ, who would be the ultimate Passover lamb, whose blood would atone for the sins of His people (1 Corinthians 5:7).
The Israelites' journey through the Red Sea, described in Exodus 14, points to Jesus' victory over sin and death. As the waters parted and then collapsed on the pursuing Egyptians, the Israelites were delivered from bondage and entered into a new phase of their journey. Similarly, through Christ's death and resurrection, we are delivered from the bondage of sin and enter into a new covenant relationship with God.
In the wilderness, the Israelites grappled with their dependence on God and His provision. They complained and doubted, but God consistently provided for their needs, leading them with a cloud by day and fire by night. This wilderness experience foreshadows our own spiritual journey with Christ, where we learn to trust in His provision and rely on His guidance.
The giving of the Ten Commandments on Mount Sinai (Exodus 20) serves as a mirror reflecting our need for a perfect Savior. As the Israelites heard God's holy law, they realized their inability to keep it perfectly and longed for a mediator who could bridge the gap between them and their holy God. Jesus, the sinless Lamb of God, would fulfill the law on our behalf and become our eternal High Priest (Hebrews 7:26).
Throughout the Book of Exodus, we see the hand of God at work, orchestrating the events of history towards the ultimate goal of redemption. The various symbols, types, and events all point to Jesus, the ultimate deliverer and savior of His people.
As we study the Book of Exodus, let us not miss the glorious truth that Jesus is present throughout the entire book. From the burning bush to the Passover lamb, we see the fingerprints of our Savior, pointing us to His ultimate work of redemption on the cross.
May we approach the Book of Exodus with fresh eyes, recognizing the foreshadows and types of Jesus that are woven throughout its pages. As we meditate on the truths found therein, let us be reminded of the love of God, who, in His infinite wisdom and grace, chose to reveal Himself to us through the person and work of Jesus Christ. In Him, all the promises of Exodus find their fulfillment, and in Him, we find hope, peace, and eternal life.
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