Connect Genesis 15:14 with God's deliverance of Israel in Exodus. The Promise Spoken to Abram Genesis 15:14: “But I will judge the nation they serve as slaves, and afterward they will depart with many possessions.” Key Elements of the Promise •A season of slavery for Abram’s offspring •God Himself judging the oppressing nation •A triumphant departure loaded with wealth From Promise to History: Israel’s Story in Exodus 1.Slavery Realized •Exodus 1:11 – Egyptians “appointed taskmasters over them to oppress them with forced labor.” •Exodus 1:14 – “They made their lives bitter with harsh labor.” Exactly what God foretold unfolds four centuries after Abram. 2.Judgment Executed •Exodus 6:6 – “I will redeem you with an outstretched arm and with mighty acts of judgment.” •Exodus 7–12 – Ten plagues strike at Egypt’s gods, economy, and firstborn. Each plague is a direct act of divine judgment, answering Genesis 15:14. 3.Wealth Transferred •Exodus 12:35-36 – “The Israelites acted on Moses’ instruction and asked the Egyptians for articles of silver and gold and for clothing…so they plundered the Egyptians.” •Exactly matches “they will depart with many possessions.” 4.Deliverance Completed •Exodus 14:30 – “That day the LORD saved Israel from the hand of the Egyptians.” •Exodus 15:13 – “In Your loving devotion You will lead the people You have redeemed.” Connecting Threads: God’s Faithful Character •Omniscient Planner – Foretells events centuries beforehand (Isaiah 46:9-10). •Righteous Judge – Brings justice on the oppressor (Psalm 9:7-9). •Covenant Keeper – Never forgets His word (Hebrews 6:17-18). •Generous Redeemer – Turns oppression into enrichment for His people (Deuteronomy 6:10-11). Living Lessons from the Promise-Fulfillment Pattern •What God promises, God performs—down to the details. •Delay is not denial; time magnifies the certainty of His word. •Deliverance includes both freedom and provision for the future. •The same Lord who redeemed Israel still redeems all who trust Him (1 Peter 1:18-19). |
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