Exodus 1 reveals God's unwavering faithfulness and supreme power through the story of Israel's growth in Egypt. Despite Pharaoh's oppression and attempts to suppress God's people, the Israelites continued to multiply and prosper. Through the courage of two Hebrew midwives and the preservation of His people, God demonstrated His sovereign control and deep care for Israel. Exodus 1 shows how God's purposes prevail even in the face of fierce opposition, while revealing His character through His consistent faithfulness to His promises.
God's law encompasses three distinct categories: ritual laws fulfilled through Christ's sacrifice, civil laws that governed ancient Israel, and moral laws that remain relevant for believers today. These laws serve as spiritual guardrails, establishing clear standards for holy living and revealing humanity's inherent sinfulness and need for salvation. Just as traffic laws protect drivers, God's law provides protective boundaries for life.While no human except Jesus could perfectly keep God's law, this reality points to our need for salvation through Christ rather than through rule-following. The law was never intended as a means of salvation but as a guide to understanding God's character and our need for a Savior. Modern Christians are called to study these laws not as burdensome restrictions but as loving guidance, applying moral principles while understanding that ritual requirements have been fulfilled through Jesus's sacrifice.
