Does the Lord ever give instructions that seem counterintuitive? Dr. Matthew Bowen, Hank Smith, and John Bytheway demonstrate that many throughout scripture have used the story of the Exodus in times of trial. He also teaches how the Lord keeps his promises and how Jehovah sometimes gives counterintuitive commands but never leaves his people alone. Download the Our Turtle House App to access thousands of hours of fun and inspirational firesides, talks, devotionals, and podcasts that your whole family will enjoy! Get the app here: turtle.link/app Show Notes (English, French, Spanish, Portuguese): followhim.co/episodes Facebook: www.facebook.com/followhimpodcast Instagram: www.instagram.com/followhimpodcast 00:00 Genesis 37-41– Part 1–Dr. Matthew Bowen 01:23 Introduction of Dr. Matthew Bowen 4:03 Exodus 14-17 Movie Trailer 04:47 Jacob (brother of Nephi) uses Exodus to teach the Atonement 06:39 Nephi uses Moses, Isaiah, etc to teach about the Savior and uses Exodus to draw strength during difficult times 10:50 The name Moses 14:15 Ancient audiences would recognize the Exodus in the tabernacle, the temple, etc. 18:46 Symbolism of the right hand 21:25 The first example of murmuring 25:49 God’s instructions may seem counterintuitive–like leading them to the Israelites to the seashore 32:50 The rod of Moses and the iron rod 38:54 Song of Miriam 40:14 Cloud by day and pillar by night 43:40 Death is movement to a new classroom 51:03 Trust God through trials 52:40 Dr. Bowen shares personal story about moving to Hawaii 54:37 Divine warrior language and the song of redeeming love 58:27 Ritual baptism 1:01:22 Songs of Nephi, Mary, and Hannah 1:05:09 End of Part I #comefollowme #oldtestament #moses #exodus