Author Archives: Bill Rasco

In Leviticus 10:10-11, the Lord is speaking to Aaron, His High Priest. God tells Aaron that he is to distinguish between what is holy and what is common, what is clean and what is unclean. The conversation happens in the … Continue reading →

One of the central practices of the people of Israel was the practice of sacrifice. Sacrifice predates the Book of Leviticus and the people of God at Mount Sinai. We can look back through the Bible and note that Cain … Continue reading →

As the Book of Exodus comes to a close, the people of Israel witness the creation of the Tabernacle and its furnishings. The Tabernacle is a portable place of worship for God’s people. Its design was specifically laid out by … Continue reading →

The people of God have come to Mount Sinai. In Exodus 29, Moses is on the mountain with God. God is giving instructions about life, worship, and living in community with God. God is giving His people a very special … Continue reading →

I watch movies with a nine-year-old. He’s great. He like movies. He likes spending the time with his dad (me). We have fun watching movies together. But he is nine. That means that every scene that is not action packed … Continue reading →

Walking out of Egypt is one of the greatest rescue stories of all time. God’s power was displayed in the 10 Plagues. God’s love was apparent as He moved among them in a pillar of cloud and fire. God’s planning … Continue reading →

For 400 years the Israelites have lived in Egypt. The family of Jacob sought refuge in the land of Pharaoh, but now they are slaves. Their daily lives are ruled by another. Where they go, what they do, how they … Continue reading →

In the light of a burning bush, Moses comes into the presence of God. The call is clear. “Go to Egypt.” Moses knows about Egypt. It is a kingdom that dominates the landscape. Statues and idols proclaim the power of … Continue reading →

As the Book of Genesis comes to a close, we see the faithful character of God at work in Abraham’s descendants. With a famine overtaking the land, God has orchestrated a move to Egypt. Here, Joseph uses his influence and … Continue reading →

As the story of Joseph continues, there are two more days that we need to look at. The Second-Most Powerful Man in Egypt (Genesis 41:34-45) – A troubling dream brings Joseph to the attention of Pharaoh himself. Standing before one … Continue reading →