Chapter 2: From Genesis to Jesus (Moses and David) Flashcards
Who does God chose to set the Hebrews free from slavery?
Moses
How does God appear to Moses?
in a burning bush
Who accompanied Moses to talk to Pharaoh in Egypt?
his brother Aaron
What is the purpose of the 10 Plagues?
to represent one of the Egyptian gods and demonstrate God’s power and might over the Egyptian gods
What is the 10th Plague?
the death to all the firstborns of Egypt, both human and animal
What is the significance of the 10th Plague, and what do the people have to do to not be affected by it?
means that no one is better than God
the Israelites must paint their doorsteps with the blood of an unblemished male lamb that was sacrificed
How are Jesus and the Passover related?
both are unblemished sacrifices, have no broken bones, and eat standing up
What was the Mosaic Covenant?
when God provided the Israelites with manna, water from the rock, and the entrance into the Promise Land despite their unfaithfulness
Who was the Mosaic Covenant with?
Moses and the nation of Israel
What was the sign of the Mosaic Covenant?
the Passover
What was the meaning of the sign of the Mosaic Covenant?
God saves them from slavery and death, like Jesus will save us from slavery to sin and death
What is the purpose of the 10 Commandments?
to help the Israelites stay faithful to the covenant and free them to become the people they were meant to be
How long are the Israelites in the desert?
40 years
Why does God allow the Israelites to wander for so long?
it is a time of preparation for the Israelites to learn to rely on God alone
How is manna similar to the Eucharist?
both are unleavened bread
Who leads the Israelite people into the Promised Land?
Joshua
How are Joshua and Jesus alike?
both are obedient and faithful
What is the Ark of the Covenant?
God’s dwelling place