In Exodus Two we see again how the Egyptians are threatened by the prosperity of God‘s people rather than seeing the blessing on Israel as a blessing for the Egyptians. Consequently, the people of God are oppressed and an attempt is made to prevent population growth by slaughtering male infants. However, God graciously strengthens the hearts of two of the Hebrew mid-wives. Because they fear the God of Israel, they respect and preserve human life, despite what consequences might come for disregarding Pharaoh’s order. As an act of further grace toward the midwives, God causes them to prosper along with the rest of His people. In a desperate response, Pharaoh orders all of his people to destroy any male infants. Though God’s people suffer under oppression, they yet continue to experience the blessing of God. He preserves them and ultimately will deliver them. The experience of Israel here foreshadows a similar event in the birth of Jesus Christ who also was seen as a threat to those in power. Continue reading “The Gospel in Exodus Two and in the City”
