This is part of a video series covering the entire Bible in 4 years, one chapter at a time. Start at the beginning with Genesis 1 (Youtube link: https://youtu.be/wC2qD4RGOdo) and work through the playlist. Or go to https://www.peace.org.au/bible.html for more information.
In this video listen to Exodus 19 read by David Alley, followed by comments and prayer.
In Exodus 19 they come to Sinai for the first time in the Bible. Now where exactly is Sinai? There are 2 popular theories which this video outlines.
At Sinai they get ready to hear and receive the Law and Commandments. God tells them, they are a holy nation and a royal priesthood, but what does that mean? This video explains what being holy is, a concept which is going to ripple through the entire Bible from here onwards.
Also they are a nation of royal priests. Just as the Levites were a tribe in this nation to serve the others, this nation is to serve the other nations in a certain way. This video explains how.
Finally the Israelites say yes to God, they will listen to everything he says and do it. This reminds us of Christ’s parable of two sons who were asked to work by their father. One said yes but later didn’t go out, but the second said no, but later did. Here the Israelites turn out to be the son who says yes, but later doesn't go out.
Which son are you?
Mar 11, 2021 | Message by David Alley