• Topic > Biblical Studies

    Continuing the in-depth look at the life of Moses

    Monday, March 12, 2012, Part 4

    “By faith they passed through the Red Sea, as by dry land, whereas the Egyptians, attempting to do so, were drowned” (Hebrews 11:29).

    Idea: The crossing of the Red Sea was an act of faith on the part of the Hebrew people.

    Purpose: To help listeners appreciate why crossing the Red Sea was a great test of faith for the Hebrew people.

    What Does The Bible Say About Patience?

    In a world that offers quick solutions and instant results, the timeless virtue of patience is all but forgotten. In this booklet, RBC Ministries staff Dean Ohlman shares insights from Scripture to help you recognize the important of patience as a godly attribute. Discover how you can faithfully move forward in difficult times with a good attitude—working and persevering toward a God-honoring end.

    Discover ancient Jewish heritage that influences our modern-day faith

    Tuesday, March 6, 2012

    “Now on the first day of the Feast of Unleavened Bread the disciples came to Jesus, saying to him, ‘Where do You want us to prepare for You to eat the Passover?’ And He said, ‘Go into the city to a certain man, and say to him, “The Teacher says, ‘My time is at hand; I will keep the Passover at your house with My disciples.’ ” ’ So the disciples did as Jesus had directed them; and they prepared the Passover” (Matthew 26:17-19).

    Idea: The Lord’s Supper, like the institution of Passover, is an act of faith.

    Purpose: To help listeners appreciate how the Lord’s Supper is an outgrowth of the Jewish Passover.

    A life-changing mistake Moses made, and the loving way God worked with him

    Monday, March 5, 2012, Part 2

    “By faith Moses, when he was born, was hidden three months by his parents, because they saw he was a beautiful child; and they were not afraid of the king’s command.

    “By faith, Moses, when he became of age, refused to be called the son of Pharaoh’s daughter, choosing rather to suffer affliction with the people of God than to enjoy the passing pleasures of sin, esteeming the reproach of Christ greater riches than the treasures in Egypt; for he looked to the reward.

    “By faith he forsook Egypt, not fearing the wrath of the king; for he endured as seeing Him who is invisible. By faith he kept the Passover and the sprinkling of blood, lest he who destroyed the firstborn should touch them” (Hebrews 11:23-28).

    Idea: Moses was denied entrance to God’s Promised Land, or was he?

    Purpose: To help listeners see that God’s rewards may take time.

    Understanding why God’s faithful servant, Moses, wasn’t permitted to enter the promised land

    Friday, March 2, 2012, Part 1

    “By faith Moses, when he was born, was hidden three months by his parents, because they saw he was a beautiful child; and they were not afraid of the king’s command.

    “By faith, Moses, when he became of age, refused to be called the son of Pharaoh’s daughter, choosing rather to suffer affliction with the people of God than to enjoy the passing pleasures of sin, esteeming the reproach of Christ greater riches than the treasures in Egypt; for he looked to the reward.

    “By faith he forsook Egypt, not fearing the wrath of the king; for he endured as seeing Him who is invisible. By faith he kept the Passover and the sprinkling of blood, lest he who destroyed the firstborn should touch them” (Hebrews 11:23-28).

    Idea: Moses was denied entrance to God’s Promised Land, or was he?

    Purpose: To help listeners see that God’s rewards may take time.

    Leaving your past behind to find a great new beginning with God!

    Wednesday, February 29, 2012, Part 1

    “By faith he [Moses] kept the Passover and the sprinkling of blood, lest he who destroyed the firstborn should touch them” (Hebrews 11:28).

    Idea: Old symbols can take on new meanings.

    Purpose: To help listeners understand how symbols can take on wider meaning.

    The historical significance communion holds for the follower of Christ

    Tuesday, February 28, 2012

    “By faith he kept the Passover and the sprinkling of blood, lest he who destroyed the firstborn should touch them” (Hebrews 11:28).

    Idea: Moses acted by faith when he instituted the Passover.

    Purpose: To help listeners understand why the Passover represented an act of faith.

    Looking at the very first Passover to find parallels with Jesus Christ as the ultimate Passover Lamb

    Monday, February 27, 2012, Part 2

    “Christ, our Passover, was sacrificed for us” (1 Corinthians 5:7-8).

    We have not been redeemed “from [our] aimless conduct received by tradition from [our] fathers, but with the precious blood of Christ, as of a lamb without blemish and without spot” (1 Peter 1:18-19).

    Idea: Passover is a significant celebration for both Jews and Christians.

    Purpose: To help listeners appreciate the significance of the Passover.

    Why Passover is still such a significant holiday today

    Friday, February 24, 2012, Part 1

    “Christ, our Passover, was sacrificed for us” (1 Corinthians 5:7-8).

    We have not been redeemed “from [our] aimless conduct received by tradition from [our] fathers, but with the precious blood of Christ, as of a lamb without blemish and without spot” (1 Peter 1:18-19).

    Idea: Passover is a significant celebration for both Jews and Christians.

    Purpose: To help listeners appreciate the significance of the Passover.

    Discover why it’s crucial to believe what we cannot see

    Thursday, February 23, 2012, Part 2

    Idea: What we do not see may be more significant than what we do see.

    Purpose: To help listeners realize that what was true of Moses in his leadership can be true for us today.

    In our previous conversation, we discussed a problem we face in Hebrews 11:27: “By faith [Moses] left Egypt, not fearing the king’s anger; he persevered because he saw Him who is invisible.”

    The fears Moses faced, and overcame!

    I’m sure you’ve been there. You’re about to make a decision, you’re ready for that change in your life, and something stops you. Often, we’re afraid of the repercussions.

    Details about Moses’ life that could have some big implications

    Tuesday, February 21, 2012

    Idea: Those who are close to us have a greater capacity to make us fear than those who are opposed to us.

    Purpose: To help listeners realize that no leader can go it alone.

    Making a difference for God

    Often the major changes in our lives are precipitated by outside influences. And those influences don’t always guide us down the right path! Join the conversation as the team invites us to consider the changes that take us in the right direction.

    Looking ahead to our permanent home in heaven

    Friday, February 17, 2012, Part 4

    Idea: Faith doesn’t make us comfortable; in fact, it can cause us great pain.

    Purpose: To help listeners understand that it’s better to suffer for something than to live for nothing.

    Looking forward to the reward awaiting us in heaven!

    Thursday, February 16, 2012, Part 3

    Idea: Faith doesn’t make us comfortable; in fact, it can cause us great pain.

    Purpose: To help listeners understand that it’s better to suffer for something than to live for nothing.