the Lord to make clear that He is the God of creation and of history. He therefore commanded Moses to part the sea, an act that would exalt Him above Pharaoh and testify to Egypt that He alone is the Lord. The glowing cloud that would lead the way would symbolize God’s presence and His role as divine Warrior on Israel’s behalf. B. Journey to Mount Sinai (14:21–18:27) The Exodus (14:21–15:18). With great confidence in God, Moses extended his rod over the waters. They immediately parted and stood like
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