In Exodus 12:1–13:16, we delve into one of the most pivotal moments in the Book of Exodus. We discuss the Passover as both an act of judgement and of deliverance, entirely resetting the Hebrew calendar.

We consider the story of Lot’s deliverance from God’s righteous judgment on Sodom and Gomorrah. What led Lot to this point, and what does that spell for the future? Do he and his descendants finally escape judgment, or succumb to a similar fate?

After some remarks on helpful resources and a bit of review (including corrections!) we dive into chapter 7. After 20 years idolatry has taken root and Israel needs…a king? Not yet! First Samuel serves as judge, in a manner reminiscent of Moses. As the people confess and repent, recommitting themselves to the Lord, he works a great deliverance from the Philistines. But where will Israel go from here? And where is the king that Hannah’s prayer led us to expect?