Israel

<p>The Promised Land. The land of milk and honey. The Holy Land. This piece of real estate goes by many names. And although it&rsquo;s barely bigger than the state of New Jersey, hardly a day goes by that something newsworthy doesn&rsquo;t happen in this geographical area.</p><p>Jesus marked this land&rsquo;s significance for all time by making it His earthly homeland. He wept over it, healed many of its inhabitants, mastered its nature, and made predictions about its future. Today, thousands of His followers trace His steps every year and see their lives change as a result.</p><p>How does it benefit us to become familiar with the layout and distinctions of Israel? You&rsquo;d be surprised how your understanding of biblical events is sharpened when you consider the geography in which these key historical events occurred. These resources will help insert you into the scenes as you absorb the rich history of the land fashioned and chosen by God Himself.</p>

Plagues That Preach

Pharaoh’s heart was so hard, not even the destruction of the Egyptian landscape shook his evil resolve. Plague after plague descended upon the land in Exodus 7–10. Pastor Chuck Swindoll studies the relevance of each plague and vividly portrays what it was like to live through the disasters.

Going from Bad to Worse

Reviewing Exodus 5 and 6, Pastor Chuck Swindoll recounts the anguish Moses felt as he waited for God to act. When things were harder than ever for Moses, however, he cultivated patience, wisdom, and dependence upon God.

Who? Me, Lord?

Pastor Chuck Swindoll brings listeners into Exodus 3 and 4 to stand next to Moses and grasp the gravity of his burning-bush call from God. While Moses’ objections seemed humble at first, they were rooted in fear—fear of his own inadequacy, of Pharaoh’s response, and even of the reaction of his own people.

The Desert: School of Self-Discovery

From Exodus 2 and 3, Pastor Chuck Swindoll explains the backdrop of Moses’ encounter with God. Just when Moses became a nobody, God was readying him for greatness. God uses the desert experiences of our lives to teach us, to communicate with us, and to prepare us for His purposes.

Born after Midnight

Travel back to ancient Egypt with Pastor Chuck Swindoll as he examines the details and context of Exodus 2:1–10. A life hung in the balance and a mother held her breath as an Egyptian princess discovered a baby in a basket.