Lectionary Preaching Workbook
Lesson 1: Exodus 1:8-2:10 (C)
The birth of Moses. The story of the Patriarchs ended with Joseph's bringing the Hebrews to Egypt. In due time they multiplied until they became a threat to the Egyptians. The story of the Exodus begins with the birth of Moses who was adopted by Pharaoh's daughter. The next 10 readings will take us from Moses' birth, to the release from Egypt, to the wilderness wanderings for 40 years, to Moses' death.
Lesson 1: Exodus 6:2-8 (L)
God promises to deliver the Israelites from bondage and to bring them to the promised land.