THE GOSPEL OF EXODUS
Exodus 1:1-14
Set Free for Service
Below you will find a 4-day Bible Reading Plan and Devotional Guide based on this week’s sermon’s themes.
You will also find a Dinner Table Discussion Guide to keep the conversation going in your family.
Day 1: God's Covenant Faithfulness
Reading: Genesis 15:1-21
Devotional:
God's covenant with Abraham reminds us of His unwavering faithfulness. Even when circumstances seem dire, as they did for the Israelites in Egypt, God remembers His promises. Reflect on how God has been faithful in your life, especially during challenging times. How can you cultivate trust in God's promises, even when fulfillment seems distant? Today, identify a promise from Scripture that speaks to your current situation and meditate on God's faithfulness to keep it.
Day 2: From Bondage to Freedom
Reading: Exodus 1:1-14, John 8:31-36
Devotional:
The Israelites' enslavement in Egypt parallels our bondage to sin. Just as God heard their cries and planned their deliverance, He sent Jesus to free us from sin's tyranny. Consider areas in your life where you still feel enslaved - perhaps to fear, addiction, or worldly expectations. How can you embrace the freedom Christ offers? Take time to confess any areas where you're struggling and ask God to help you walk in the freedom He provides.
Day 3: True Worship and Service
Reading: Exodus 8:1-15, Romans 12:1-2
Devotional:
God's purpose in freeing the Israelites was for them to serve and worship Him. Similarly, our salvation isn't just about escaping punishment, but about entering into a relationship of joyful service to God. Examine your motivations for serving God. Are you serving out of obligation or joy? How can you reframe your daily activities as acts of worship? Choose one routine task today and perform it as an offering to God, with gratitude and intentionality.
Day 4: God's Presence in Suffering
Reading: Exodus 2:23-25, 2 Corinthians 1:3-7
Devotional:
The Israelites' bitter servitude in Egypt seemed to contradict God's promises, yet He was always aware of their suffering. In our trials, we too may feel forgotten, but God is ever-present. Reflect on a time when you felt God's comfort in suffering. How did that experience shape your faith? If you're currently facing hardship, write a prayer expressing your pain to God, trusting in His compassionate presence.
Day 5: The Journey to True Freedom
Reading: Galatians 5:1-15, John 8:31-36
Devotional:
True freedom isn't the absence of all authority, but submission to the right authority - God Himself. The world often equates freedom with complete autonomy, but Scripture reveals that real liberty comes through serving God. Consider areas in your life where you've been seeking freedom apart from God. How might embracing God's "restrictions" actually lead to greater fulfillment? Today, choose one area where you can align your choices more closely with God's will, trusting that His way leads to true freedom.