Leading the Way
Although he famously claimed he was "slow of speech," this man is the central prophet of Exodus who received the Law on Mount Sinai.
Who is Moses?
When the Commandments were given, the mountain was covered in smoke and "the whole mountain quaked greatly," creating an atmosphere similar to this modern-day loud, high-energy event.
What is a Thunderstorm (or Volcano)?
Moses 1:39
“This is my work and my glory—to bring to pass the immortality and eternal life of man.”
His first "office" was a waterproof basket floating in this famous river.
What is the Nile?
This opening act was a direct hit on Hapi, the god of the Nile, turning the nation’s primary water source into a literal "crimson tide" that smelled like a crime scene.
What is blood?
Inside the Ark of the Covenant was a jar of this "bread from heaven," symbolizing how God provides for our daily spiritual needs.
What is Manna?
In Exodus 15:20, this sister of Moses and Aaron is the first woman in the Bible to be explicitly given the title of "prophetess."
Who is Miriam?
While Moses was up on the mountain, the Israelites got impatient and asked this brother of Moses to "crowdfund" a new god using their gold.
Who is Aaron?
Genesis 1:26–27
“God created man in his own image.”
Moses ended up growing up in the palace as a prince only because his mother broke this specific royal decree that ordered all newborn Hebrew boys to be thrown into the Nile River.
What is "Kill the male children"? (Accept: The death decree or Throwing babies in the river)
In a move that would make anyone's skin crawl, this third plague involved "dust" turning into biting insects that Aaron produced by striking the ground with his staff.
What were lice or gnats?
Unlike modern temples built of stone, the Tabernacle was made of these, allowing it to be folded up and carried through the desert.
What are skins and curtains (or fabrics/tapestries)?
When Moses hesitated to speak to Pharaoh, God told him that this older brother would serve as his "prophet" or spokesman.
Who is Aaron?
This is the only Commandment that includes a specific blessing, promising that "if thou obey" and honor thy parents, your "days will be long" within the land granted by God's Covenant.
What is the Fifth Commandment?
Moses 7:18
“The Lord called his people Zion, because they were of one heart and one mind.”
Moses spent 40 years in the wilderness working this "entry-level" job for his father-in-law before God called him.
What is a Shepherd?
This plague was so intense that it caused Pharaoh’s magicians to "rage quit" and stop showing up to work because they were covered in painful, oozing skin sores.
What were boils?
This piece of furniture featured two Cherubim (angels) with outstretched wings, whose wings touched to form the "Mercy Seat.
What is the Ark of the Covenant?
This priest of Midian and father-in-law to Moses is sometimes identified in prophetic tradition for his counsel on delegating leadership to the Israelites.
Who is Jethro (or Reuel)?
To teach the 4th commandment (Sabbath Day) early, God gave a double portion of this on Friday, but let it rot and breed worms if kept on any other day.
What is Manna? (Exodus 16:20-26)
Exodus 20:3–17
Ten Commandments -- Double Points
Moses added "Negotiator" to his skill set when he went head-to-head with Pharaoh, repeatedly using this four-word catchphrase to demand the release of his people.
What is "Let my people go
During this event, God proved He controlled the "weather app" by sending a storm where fire (lightning) and frozen water fell at the same time—a combo that shouldn't exist in nature.
What is Hail?
This seven-branched lampstand was fueled by pure beaten olive oil, representing the light of the Holy Ghost in our lives.
What is the Menorah (or Candlestick)
After descending from Mount Sinai with the second set of tablets, Moses’ face did this—a physical "side effect" of his prophetic encounter that was so intense he had to wear a veil.
What is shone? (Accept: glowed or radiated light)
While most ancient laws were carved by stonecutters, Exodus 31:18 claims the two tablets of the Covenant were unique because they were inscribed specifically by this "body part" of God.
What is the Finger of God?
Abraham 2:9–11
The Lord promised Abraham that his seed would “bear this ministry and Priesthood unto all nations.”
Triple points by naming the associated covenant.
Moses received his "job offer" from God through this living plant that was on fire but didn't actually burn up.
What is the Burning Bush?
This three-day blackout was so thick the Bible says people could actually "feel" it, and it was a direct power move against Ra, the supreme Sun God of Egypt.
What is Darkness?
This visible manifestation of God’s glory rested above the Tabernacle, appearing as a cloud by day and this by night to guide the Israelites’ travels.
What is a Pillar of Fire?