Lesson 1&2
Who was the Main Character on which the lesson focused?
Moses
How many plagues did God bring upon Egypt before Israel was finally allowed to leave Egypt?
10 Plagues
Who did God choose to be Israel’s first high priest?
Aaron
What was God's command to Joshua when facing the challenge of the conquest of Canaan? (Hint: well known Bible verse)
“Be strong and courageous”
Why did the midwives disobey Pharaoh?
Because the midwives feared God
Pharaoh was stubborn & refused to let the Israelite slaves leave Egypt. With whom was Pharaoh really in a battle?
God
Who offered advice about delegation to Moses?
Jethro, Moses’ father-in-law
Who did God choose to be Israel’s new leader after Moses?
Joshua
God’s promises and blessings are available to whom?
To anyone who will surrender their life to Him.
When the Israelites complained about how long Moses had been on the mountain, what did the people command their high priest to do?
Make a god for them (the golden calf)
1: According to the lesson, what was the main reason God’s focus turned to
Israel?
“...They cried out for help, and their cry rose up to God.”
What did God call Moses to do?
Moses was called to deliver God’s people from slavery
God told Moses to send 12 Spies/Leaders to explore the land. 10 brought back a negative report. Who were the two spies who had faith and told the people that God was with them and would help them conquer their enemies?
Joshua & Caleb.
The Israelites’ strength was a direct result of what?
Of their covenant relationship with God.
What was the ONLY job that Moses wanted the 12 Israelite spies/Leaders to do?
Spy out (explore) the land and bring back a report.
This lesson introduces us to a significant Religious Practice that the Jews still celebrate today. What is that Religious Event, which the Jews Celebrate each year?
Passover
What happened to Aaron’s staff when it was placed before the ark of the covenant?
It blossomed and produced ripe almonds
Before the tabernacle was built, where did Moses meet with God?
Tent of Meeting
According to Numbers 22.8, which god did Balaam consult with for Balak, the king of Moab?
Yahweh, the LORD
What is the genre (type of literature) of the book of Exodus?
Historical Narrative
Moses demonstrated it was in his heart to show understanding to the Israelite slaves and desire to deliver them from the harsh treatment of the Egyptians. What event showed Moses’ sympathy for the Israelites?
Moses killed the Egyptian who was treating an Israelite harshly.
What was the theophany Moses encountered while tending to Jethro’s sheep?
The burning bush
God punished the faithless leaders and the people. What was their punishment?
They would wander 40 years in the desert & they would die in the desert, which is what they complained about.
Balaam concluded with the reminder of which blessing to the people of Israel?
Blessed are those who bless you and cursed are those who curse you.