Moses: The Lord's Messenger

The class covers the end of Genesis and the beginning of Exodus, focusing on Joseph's life and death, and the rise of a new Pharaoh in Egypt. It emphasizes God's promise to Abraham and the continuity of divine plans, linking Joseph's story to Moses' birth and the eventual deliverance of the Israelites.

Passages: Genesis 50:22-26, Exodus 1:1-8

The class discusses Moses' loneliness and his role as God's messenger, focusing on his encounter with God at the burning bush and his mission to free the Israelites from Egypt. It emphasizes the importance of God's presence and the transformative power of divine intervention.

Passages: Exodus 3:2-4, Exodus 4:29-31, Exodus 10:21-23, Exodus 12:29-36

The class discusses Moses' leadership of the Israelites after their exodus from Egypt, focusing on their journey through the wilderness and the divine guidance provided by God. It emphasizes the importance of obedience and reverence for God, drawing lessons from the Israelites' experiences and their eventual encounter with the Ten Commandments at Mount Sinai.

Passages: Exodus 14:1-31, Exodus 15:1-21, Exodus 19:1-25

The class explores Moses' challenges as God's messenger, focusing on his responsibilities and the burdens he faced. It covers Moses' interactions with the Israelites, his prayerful approach to God, and the importance of atonement and obedience.

Passages: Exodus 32:15-17, Numbers 12:1-11, Numbers 16:1-50

The class explores Moses' role as God's messenger and writer of the first five books of the Bible, emphasizing the importance of the Bible as the inspired Word of God. It highlights Moses' faithfulness and the responsibilities of leadership, drawing parallels to modern ecclesial life.

Passages: Exodus 17:8-13, Deuteronomy 34:10-12, Numbers 20:7-12

The class discusses Moses' journey and leadership, focusing on his farewell to Aaron and the lessons of perseverance and faith despite hardships and death. It emphasizes the importance of Moses' faith in the promised reward and the ultimate resurrection.

Passages: Numbers 20:1-13, Numbers 20:22-29, Deuteronomy 34:1-12