When Moses and Aaron initially tell Pharaoh to let the people go, the situation suddenly goes from bad to worse. Belief turns to bewilderment, determination turns to despair. But just as Moses' mission appears to implode, the LORD prepares to introduce Himself to Pharaoh. I invite you to join me in this episode as we meet the contenders for Israel's future.

Almost as soon as Moses is commissioned by the LORD and heads back to Egypt to confront Pharaoh, the LORD meets Moses and "tries to kill him". This passage raises several questions. I invite you to join me today as we wrestle with, attempt to interpret, and consider how God is preparing to meet and mete Egypt's brutality.

Called to be the LORD's deliverer, Moses is suddenly beset by several concerns. But as the LORD addresses each concern, the text gradually paints a picture of deliverance that is more about God than about what Moses brings to the table. I invite you to join me as we explore the power that really fuels a ministry or mission.

In his youth, Moses attempted to help his fellow Hebrews. But when they rejected him and the Egyptians hunted him, Moses fled. Forty years later, God appeared in a burning bush and bestowed upon Moses what his approach had been missing. I invite you to join me in today's episode as we explore God's revealed name and nature.

In Exodus 2, Israel's future deliverance is given a face in the birth of Moses. While Moses' infant story is a cool example of God countering Egypt's death narrative, Moses' adult story demonstrates how asserting yourself doesn't get God's mission done. I invite you to join me today in exploring these initial accounts that set up Israel's most iconic leader.

Years after Joseph's reputation fades from Egyptian memory, the King of Egypt decides to enslave the people of Israel. While a horrific development for their story, there are details displaying that there is a greater power at work than just this king, and that there is a greater future in store for Israel than just slavery. I invite you to join me in the exploration of these developments.

After Joseph and his brothers bury their father and return to Egypt, the brothers are suddenly worried Joseph might take his revenge since their father isn't there to stop him. How Joseph responds is not only a word of assurance to them, but is also a commentary on the overall theme of Genesis. I invite you to join me in this final Genesis episode as we review its highlights and sit with its message.

As Jacob realizes he is about to die, he musters his remaining strength to bless his sons. First, he amends his will by adding Joseph's sons to his lineage. Then Jacob proclaims over his sons what he envisions will unfold in the lives and destinies of their descendants. I invite you to join me in exploring the last will and anticipatory testament of Israel's third patriarch.