Moses is one of the greatest figures of the Old Testament: an unstoppable freedom fighter, a powerful intercessor, a prophet like no other, a great patriarch, and a friend of God. It’s an impressive resumé. But Moses didn’t start off this way. He grows up in Egypt, raised in Pharaoh’s household, and he’s likely more familiar with the Egyptian gods than with the God of his own people. So, when we get to the burning bush, it’s like an introduction of sorts: "Moses, I’m God—the God of your fathers, of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob."
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The Shape of Love | Rooted | Episode 12
We can think of the Exodus as God’s definitive saving act in the Old Testament. But one of the main goals is not just to lead the people OUT of Egypt but also to lead them INTO a covenant with God and INTO the Promised Land.
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Obstacles Within | Rooted | Episode 13
God didn’t guide his chosen people on a straight shot from Pharaoh’s land to the Promised Land. They ended up wandering for years in the wilderness. Why? Not because God wasn’t a good navigator. Instead, the journey was less a matter of navigation and more about purification. But, ultimately, God...
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Expectant Mother Mary
We are excited to announce our series of FORMED Now! Christmas and New Year special episodes. In these episodes, professors from the Augustine Institute Graduate School will lead us in reflections throughout the season from December 22nd through January 11th.
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