In this video, we explore the beginnings of Israel’s failed priesthood and the need for a royal priest who will offer his life for his people.
After Moses leads Israel out of slavery and to Mount Sinai, God invites them to become “a kingdom of priests.” But things do not go as planned for the Israelites, showing the need for an ultimate royal priest who would one day intercede for his people and sacrifice himself for their failures.
Reflect
A priest represents God to the people and the people to God. Read Exodus 3:7-17 and consider why God asks Moses to represent him.
After God delivers the Israelites from Pharaoh's oppression, he calls them to be a kingdom of priests. Read Exodus 19:3-6. What must the Israelites trust and do to represent God to other nations?
What do the Israelites trust and do instead? Read Exodus 32:1-5.
The Israelites are in trouble. How does Moses act as a priest for Israel? Read Exodus 32:30-32 and consider how Moses' actions point to Jesus (e.g., Hebrews 3:1-6; Romans 5:6-8; John 10:14-18; 1 Peter 3:18). How does Jesus complete what Moses foreshadowed?
Take time to discuss other themes, questions or key takeaways from what you learned together.
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