In episode 3 we will discuss Exodus chapters 1 and 2.

We clearly see the connection between Genesis and Exodus. While Exodus may be a continuation of the Torah story, it’s not a poorly executed sequel to a movie. It is truly the centerpiece of the Torah! There are a number of ways to conceive of the overall structure and flow of the story. While there are many interesting and compelling characters in Exodus, the one that stands at the center, singing out the song of his life is Yahweh God!

We will look at the people of Israel in the Egyptian context. We will talk about the prosperity and fruitfulness of the Israelites in the foreign nation. Despite the difficulties associated with being in a foreign land they flourish and fulfill the promises God made to Abraham and his offspring (Gen. 12:1-3). We will also talk about the escalating oppression they faced under a king that did not know Joseph. This new Pharaoh proves to be a truly wicked figure and even goes so far as to call for a genocide in his land. This is where we are introduced to the Hebrew midwives, Shiphrah and Puah. These women are of the highest character and they creatively defend the male children born to Israel. We will conclude the podcast with a brief discussion of Moses' birth, youth, and calling. We are excited to jump into this episode with you. Enjoy!

Bibliography for The Dry Ground Podcast

Childs, Brevard Springs. Book of Exodus: A Critical, Theological Commentary. Philadelphia: Westminster Pr, 1974.

Faithlife. NIV Faithlife Study Bible. Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan, 2017.

Fretheim, Terence E (Erling). Exodus. Interpretation, a Bible Commentary for Teaching and Preaching. Louisville, Ky: Westminster/John Knox Pr, 1991.

New Interpreter’s Study Bible: New Revised Standard Version with the Apocrypha. Nashville: Abingdon Pr, 2003.

Sarna, Nahum M. Exodus. Jewish Publication Society Torah Commentary. Philadelphia: JPS, 1990.

Sarna, Nahum M. Exploring Exodus: The Heritage of Biblical Israel. New York: Schocken Bks, 1986.