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Knowing Faith
#196 — Slavery, Exile, and Wicked Kings (Exodus 1:1-11)
Sep 7, 2023
Jen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley discuss Exodus 1:1-11 and explore themes of multiplication, wicked kings, and exile throughout scripture. They delve into biblical theology, tracing these themes in familiar stories and emphasizing hope in the face of persecution.
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- The theme of multiplication, obstructed by persecution, echoes throughout the biblical story, showing the enduring hope of God's people in His deliverance.
- Persecution against God's people ultimately results in God's judgment on the oppressors, as seen in the failed attempts of Pharaoh and the church's ultimate triumph over the serpent king in Revelation.
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The Unfolding Story of Exodus
The podcast episode begins by introducing the book of Exodus and its themes of wicked kings, slavery, and exile. It highlights the notion of fruitful multiplication as a theme that originates from the Genesis creation narrative and is now being obstructed by the new Pharaoh's persecution of the Israelites. It is noted that throughout the biblical story, this theme echoes in various forms, such as the unjust kings in David's time, the Assyrian and Babylonian exiles, and even Herod's opposition to Jesus. The concept of exile is explored as a shared human experience since the fall and resonates with popular stories like Harry Potter and Luke Skywalker. The episode emphasizes that despite persecution and exile, God's people endure and find hope in His deliverance.
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