Tag: Exodus

Exodus 15–16 and John 6 are deeply connected. The miraculous manna in the desert is not just physical bread, but a divine test of trust. Yeshua (Jesus) is the “true bread from heaven” Who gives not just sustenance, but eternal life. The Exodus deliverance typifies spiritual rescue from bondage, and the “living bread” language shows how the Messiah bridges God’s provision and our deepest spiritual need. Parallel passage Isaiah 45:20–25 shows God’s salvation as universal — the LORD calls the nations to turn, look to Him and be saved. That good news about the Kingdom of God is brought to life by Yeshua’s life, sacrifice, resurrection and continual intercession.

In Exodus 13–15, the LORD shows His presence (pillar of cloud and fire) leading Israel out of Egypt, culminating in the “Song of the Sea.” It’s a powerful praise-celebration that points forward to the victory of Messiah Yeshua (Christ Jesus). In Jeremiah 49, judgment on nations reminds believers of God’s sovereignty and His faithfulness to Israel’s covenant. In Romans 8, through the Spirit believers are adopted as God’s children, freed from condemnation, and called to live by the Spirit, not the flesh. It’s a spiritual identity grounded in Yeshua, rooted in Torah and empowered by God’s presence.

In Exodus 13:1–20, Israel is called to remember deliverance through the consecration of the firstborn and the Feast of Unleavened Bread — memorials foreshadowing Messiah’s redemptive work. In parallel passage Isaiah 46:3–13, God reveals His sovereign, unchanging rule over idols and human plans, showing He alone brings salvation through His chosen Servant. Parallel passage Colossians 1:15–23 exalts Yeshuah the Messiah (Jesus the Christ) as the visible image of Elohim, the preexistent firstborn and reconciler who restores Jew and Gentile into one body.

In Exodus 12:29–51 Israel witnesses God’s deliverance from Egypt through the death of the firstborn and the institution of the Passover, prefiguring the Messiah as the spotless Lamb whose blood secures redemption. In parallel passage Isaiah 21:11–22:4, the prophet issues a “burden” or oracle of judgment against Edom/Seir and the nations, calling for watchfulness and recognizing both ruin for the proud and hope for the humble. In parallel passage 1Thessalonians 4:13–18, Paul comforts believers about death and the Messiah’s return: those “asleep” in Him will rise, the living be caught up, so we grieve with hope in the resurrection.

Exodus 12:14–28 records the institution of Passover as a perpetual memorial — God’s rescue, sanctification and removal of leaven — pointing to Yeshua as the true Paschal Lamb whose sacrifice effects a spiritual exodus. Jeremiah 46:13–28 is a prophetic judgment on Egypt, underscoring God’s sovereignty over nations. Colossians 1:13–14 can be read like a midrash (often metaphorical commentary): believers are rescued from darkness and transferred into the King’s domain, paralleling Israel’s liberation.

Exodus 10–12 portrays God’s decisive judgment on Egypt and the first Passover: blood and unleavened bread mark Israel’s rescue and point forward to Messiah’s atoning work. Parallel passage Isaiah 19 warns of Egypt’s humbling yet promises future healing and inclusion among God’s peoples. In parallel passage John 1:29–34, Yokhanan names Yeshua (Jesus) “the Lamb of God Who takes away the sin of the world,” linking Passover to His Yom Kippur (Day of Atonement) sin-removing, priestly atoning role.