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S4:022 Exodus 38-40 Jan 25, 2025

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What was the purpose of anointing oil and how should we think about it today? In today’s episode, Emma Dotter discusses Exodus 38-40 and the significance of anointing oil as a symbol of holiness and a test of obedience. The anointing oil used in the Old Testament can serve as a tangible expression of faith in the lives of those who trust in God.
Additional Scripture Referenced:
Exodus 28:41 – “And you shall put them on Aaron your brother, and on his sons with him, and shall anoint them and ordain them and consecrate them, that they may serve me as priests.”
Exodus 30:32-33 – “It shall not be poured on the body of an ordinary person, and you shall make no other like it in composition. It is holy, and it shall be holy to you. Whoever compounds any like it or whoever puts any of it on an outsider shall be cut off from his people.”
Mark 6:13 – “And they cast out many demons and anointed with oil many who were sick and healed them.”
James 5:14 – “I s anyone among you sick? Let him call for the elders of the church, and let them pray over him, anointing him with oil in the name of the Lord.”
Matthew 26:6-13 – Jesus anointed by woman
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S4:021 Exodus 34-37 Jan 24, 2025

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What is the Old Covenant and why do covenants matter? In today’s episode, Emma Dotter talks about God’s grace and mercy toward the Israelites who continually fail to keep the covenant they made with God. He is a God of mercy and love who creates the covenant He made with His people in order to protect them and redirect their hearts towards Him.
Additional Scripture Referenced:
Hebrews 10:1-4 – “For since the law has but a shadow of the good things to come instead of the true form of these realities… it is impossible for the blood of bulls and goats to take away sins.”
Jeremiah 31:31-34 – “Behold, the days are coming, declares the Lord, when I will make a new covenant with the house of Israel and the house of Judah… I will forgive their iniquity, and I will remember their sin no more.”
Luke 22:20 – “And likewise the cup after they had eaten, saying, “This cup that is poured out for you is the new covenant in my blood.”
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S4:020 Exodus 30-33 Jan 23, 2025

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In today's episode, Emma Dotter and Lauren Atkinson recap the story of the Bible we have read so far and discuss what the purpose of the Old Testament law was to God's people and how we can think about it today.
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S4:019 Exodus 28-29 Jan 22, 2025

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Why did priests wear special clothes? Today Emma Dotter is joined by one of Watermark's Men's Community Directors Bo Towns to discuss the meaning of the priests clothing in Exodus 28-29. The priests had a special job that is distinct and set apart, and their special clothing reflects their important role of representing the people to God. We get to read this text in light of the future, knowing that Jesus is the ultimate Great High Priest. He allows us to boldly approach God, knowing that those who are in Christ are already loved and accepted by Him.
Additional Scripture Referenced:
Hebrews 5 – Jesus is the true and better Great High Priest
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To learn more about the meaning of the priests garments and pomegranates in this passage, check out this link: https://www.gotquestions.org/priestly-garments.html; https://www.gotquestions.org/pomegranates-in-the-Bible.html
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S4:018 Exodus 25-27 Jan 21, 2025

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What was the significance of the various parts of the tabernacle? Today, Emma Dotter leads us through the history, significance, and parts of the tabernacle to better understand how it relates to God's relationship with his people.
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S4:017 Exodus 22-24 Jan 20, 2025

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In today's episode, Lauren Atkinson and Elizabeth Hoffman discuss Exodus 22-24 and how all the laws in these passages can be applied to our lives, relationships, and interactions with the world around us.
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S4:016 Exodus 18-21 Jan 18, 2025

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What does it mean for God to be jealous? Is this a bad thing? Today, Lauren Atkinson and Watermark staff member Matt Farlow discuss Exodus 18-21 and how God's jealous desire is to keep our worship and affection, showing his love for us. They also discuss how to approach scriptures that address slavery and if the Bible endorses slavery.
Additional References:
Psalm 16:11
Proverbs 31:8-9
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S4:015 Exodus 14-17 Jan 17, 2025

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In today's episode, Emma Dotter reviews the different challenges that the Israelites experienced through Exodus 14-17 and what we learn about the character of God.
Scriptures Referenced:
Matthew 6:11, John 6:35, 1 Corinthians 10:4

S4:014 Exodus 10-13 Jan 16, 2025

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How do we reconcile God's goodness with the death of the firstborn children? Today, Emma Dotter is joined by Watermark staff member Parker Primrose to talk through how God's character informs how we read Exodus 10-13. God could have started with the tenth plague, because the consequence of sin is death. But in His mercy, He gives the Egyptians multiple opportunities to turn from their sin and turn to Him. For God to be good, He must be just. This story points us to Christ, the firstborn of all creation who is the ultimate Passover Lamb to pay for our sin and bring us into right relationship with God.
Additional Scripture Referenced:
Exodus 34:6-7 – God describes His character to Moses
Exodus 3 – God's promise to redeem His people
Mark 3:5 – Jesus' righteous anger towards sin
Ezekiel 33:11 – God has no pleasure in the death of the wicked but desires them to turn to Him
1 Corinthians 5:7-8 – Christ is the Passover Lamb who was sacrificed on our behalf
To hear more of Parker's story, check out this link: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s3-144-psalm-59/id1600151923?i=1000663185545

S4:013 Exodus 7-9 Jan 15, 2025

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Why does God harden Pharaoh's heart? In today's episode, Emma Dotter walks through Exodus 7-9 and helps us understand God's sovereignty and man's free will in salvation, while reminding us of the importance of examining our own hearts.
Additional Scriptures:
Romans 9:17-18; Romans 3:23; Romans 6:23; 2 Peter 3:9
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