Genesis: In the beginning God…
Adam sinned
God called Abraham and promised him land, seed, and blessing
From barren women and unloved wives, a family came
The family went to Egypt in a time of famine, but knew they would one day leave
Exodus: A family of 70 grew into a nation strong enough to threaten one of the ancient world powers (Egypt)
That nation was enslaved by Egypt
God overwhelmed Egypt and pulled Israel out to make them a nation for Himself
Out of Egypt and in the desert, Israel complained and God provided
God made Himself known to Israel
God gives the first of the law
Leviticus: The holy God prepares a way for His unholy people to dwell with Him
God gives His laws for approach, and men still try to come to Him on their own terms
Feasts and Sabbaths—times of rejoicing and rest are established
Consequences for disobedience described
Numbers: A place for everyone and everyone in his place—the organization of the camp
Complaining and consequences
Refusal of the promise based on own strength instead of God’s—20+ never get to enter the Promised Land
More laws for Israel’s protection, distinction, and provision
The second generation prepares to take the land
Deuteronomy: Remember
A reminder of all that God has done and what He has promised He will do
Details on the plan God has for Israel’s conquest—not all at once so they’ll not be overwhelmed
If you are not with God, you are against Him—there is no middle ground
Blessings on Israel
Leadership transition—from the shepherd to the warrior
I'm working on a proper post or so on Joshua. However, this was our first assignment leading up to that book so I thought I'd put it up as something of a refresher before I post Joshua.
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