Exodus Part 21: The Sign of the Swarm

Sermon Texts:

Genesis 6:11-13

Revelation 7:9-12

Exodus 8:20-32

Today’s sermon looks at the fourth sign - that of the swarm. Traditionally, referred to as the plague of the flies, we look at several other possibilities for the offending creatures including mosquitos, a mixed horde of wild animals, and werewolves. We also find the text included two Easter Eggs, one pointing back to Genesis and one pointing ahead to when the Israelites are set free by the Pharaoh in Egypt. Along the way we see a recurring pattern in the Bible in which God’s judgment brings salvation for the oppressed leading to diversity.

Exodus Part 20: The Sign of Lice

Genesis 13:14-16

Romans 8:28

Exodus 8:16-19

This week we look at the sign of the lice, one of the itchier sermons preached at Resurrection church. Today we continue to look at the 10 signs of the Exodus to see what they tell us about YHWH. Here we learn about the power and trustworthiness of God’s promise and how that gives us faith and purpose.

Exodus Part 19: The Sign of the Frogs

Sermon Text:

Matthew 5:43-48

John 1:14-16

Exodus 8:1-15

Today’s sermon looks at my favorite of the ten signs. Here we look at the symbolism of frogs in Egypt and particularly what this sign tells us about YHWH. In addition, we look at what this sign communicates to the Israelites. As we examine the details of the story, we also learn about a key difference that separates the Egyptian value system from that of YHWH.

Exodus Part 18: The Sign of Blood

Sermon Texts:

Genesis 4:8-12

Luke 4:16-21

Exodus 7:14-25

Today we look at what is traditionally known as the first plague in which the Nile River is turned to blood. However, I argue we should use the term sign instead of plague because signs are symbols that reveal information. In this case, we learn something about YHWH. Along the way we will begin to study the issue of the hardening of Pharaoh’s heart as well as learn about different conceptions of the brushtail possum in Australia and New Zealand. We also study blood as a symbol and why this sign may be a bit more complex than traditionally read.