Jude 1:1-3
An introduction to the book of Jude, discussing "servanthood" plus detailed discussion of how we are 'called & kept' by the Lord.

An introduction to the book of Jude, discussing "servanthood" plus detailed discussion of how we are 'called & kept' by the Lord.
In this final study of Exodus, Moses draws closer to the Lord & meets with him on the mountain, as He renews his Covenant with the people.
Moses demonstrates maturity & leadership as he handles the pagan Golden Calf incident; he also shows intimacy in his conversations with God - the same intimacy that each of us can have with the Lord today.
God gives a picture of the Tabernacle, starting from the inside out (or, from the presence of God to the outside where man is allowed).
Chapter 24 shares how Moses was called up the mountain, where the glory of the Lord would appear to him; In-depth discussion of the principles, values, & strategies of ancient Israel that are just as important today.
Exodus 23 concludes the laws given to Moses; The Lord shares His promise of completing the mercy He began, by sending an angel ahead into Canaan.
Dr. Eckman leads continued discussion of God's civil laws, as He sets up a system of justice, restitution, accountability, and equity.
Having given the Ten Commandments as His Moral law, the Lord then provides Civil laws to build a society based on justice, accountability, restitution, and equity.
The Seventh, Eighth, Ninth, & Tenth Commandments, as God lays down his framework on the sanctity of intimacy, material stewardship, truth, and motive.
The Fourth, Fifth, and Sixth Commandments, with in-depth discussion of God's plan for work & rest, the submission to authority, & the sanctity of all life.
The Lord gives Moses The Ten Commandments: Dr Eckman leads in-depth discussion of The Mosaic Covenant, and how it compliments the Abrahamic Covenant.
The Israelites reach Mt Sinai, and Moses prepares himself & his people to receive the Ten Commandments.
The Lord continues to provide for His people through drought, foreign attackers, and added wisdom as Moses continues to lead the people.
As the Israelites journey from Egypt to Mt Sinai, the Lord continues to provide, while teaching them -- and us today -- that obedience brings blessing, disobedience brings discipline.
The Lord parts the Red Sea for Moses & the Israelites as they depart Egypt & journey to Mt Sinai, fulfilling His promises of deliverance & inheritance.
The Lord instructs His people for The Passover, after which Pharaoh finally sets the Israelites free; God reminds them to remember their deliverance by sanctify their firstborn, and educating their children of what the Lord had done for them.
God unleashes the last of the plagues upon Egypt; instructions & meaning of the Passover, and the Feast of Unleavened Bread.
The 10 Plagues continue - Jehovah versus the Gods of Egypt
God prepares Moses for another encounter with Pharaoh, and leads the way to the 10 Plagues.
Moses returns to Egypt, where he & Aaron appear before Pharaoh; Pharaoh does not respond well & increase the People of Israel's work burden.
Moses' resists the Lord's commands to take leadership of His chosen people, yet God demonstrates His grace to Moses and to us today.
Moses' 40 years in Egypt, his 40 years in Exile in Midian, and the Burning Bush.
A historical introduction to Exodus, the bondage of Israel, & the birth of Moses.
In his final breaths, Jacob bestows his blessing on his 12 sons: they are the foundation of the 12 Tribes of Israel, and the groundwork for the entire Old Testament.
Jacob & the family settle into Egypt, which ultimately will birth the nation of Israel.
Joseph's final test of his brothers' hearts, revealing his true identity to them, then sending for the entire family to come to Egypt: Joseph demonstrates how sound theology produces Godly results.
Joseph encounters his brothers, and challenges them with a series of tests to learn their motives & see if their hearts have been changed.
Joseph interprets the dreams of Pharaoh, and is put in a position to prepare & lead all of Egypt through 7 years of famine; Joseph encounters his brothers.
Joseph's imprisonment & interpreting of dreams: through all circumstances, the Lord was with him & worked in all circumstances to accomplish His eternal plan.
As we study the lives of Judah & Joseph, we see how God remains firmly committed to His covenant & His Word to accomplish His plan & purposes, even using corrupt & immoral situations and those who compromise.