Exodus
Reading Plan
Week 1: Silence Doesn't Mean Absence
Day 1: Israel's Oppression Begins
Scripture Reading: Exodus 1:1–14 | Key Verse: Exodus 1:12
Personal Application: Reflect on a time when adversity strengthened you rather than defeated you. How might God be using current hardships to grow your faith and resilience?
Missional Application: Identify a person or group facing oppression today. How can you advocate for them or support their dignity through action or prayer?
Journal Question: In what areas of your life do you feel "oppressed," and how might God be multiplying strength in you through them?
Day 2: Pharaoh's Decree
Scripture Reading: Exodus 1:15–22 | Key Verse: Exodus 1:17
Personal Application: How can you choose to fear and honor God over cultural pressures or expectations today?
Missional Application: Think of someone who needs encouragement to make godly choices in the face of pressure. How can you support or mentor them?
Journal Question: Where in your life is God calling you to a courageous "no"?
Day 3: A Deliverer is Born
Scripture Reading: Exodus 2:1–10 | Key Verse: Exodus 2:9
Personal Application: Consider what "small beginnings" God may be nurturing in your life. Are you overlooking a significant calling because it seems small?
Missional Application: Who around you needs protection and nurturing? How can you invest in their growth?
Journal Question: What "small seed" has God entrusted to you to protect and develop?
Day 4: Moses' Early Struggles
Scripture Reading: Exodus 2:11–25 | Key Verse: Exodus 2:25
Personal Application: When have your own failures or brokenness led to a deeper compassion for others?
Missional Application: How can your past experiences be used to advocate for justice and hope today?
Journal Question: What pain from your past could God be preparing to redeem?
Day 5: God's Call from the Burning Bush
Scripture Reading: Exodus 3:1–14 | Key Verse: Exodus 3:14
Personal Application: How are you responding to God's call in areas where you feel inadequate or afraid?
Missional Application: Who needs to hear the message that "God is with them" today? How will you share it?
Journal Question: What is God calling you to say "yes" to even before you feel ready?
Week 2: Called for a Purpose: God Uses Ordinary Moments for Divine Missions
Day 1: God's Promise to Moses
Scripture Reading: Exodus 3:15–22 | Key Verse: Exodus 3:21
Personal Application: Reflect on God's promises in your life. Do you have confidence that He will fulfill them?
Missional Application: Encourage someone today by reminding them of God's faithfulness to His promises.
Journal Question: What promise from God do you need to cling to right now?
Day 2: Signs of God's Power
Scripture Reading: Exodus 4:1–17 | Key Verse: Exodus 4:12
Personal Application: When have you doubted your ability to do what God called you to? How did you experience His help?
Missional Application: Be a voice of reassurance to someone struggling with self-doubt about their calling.
Journal Question: What step of obedience are you hesitant to take because of fear?
Day 3: Moses Returns to Egypt
Scripture Reading: Exodus 4:18–31 | Key Verse: Exodus 4:31
Personal Application: Are you willing to obey even when the path ahead seems uncertain?
Missional Application: Support someone who is stepping into a difficult obedience by praying for and encouraging them.
Journal Question: What is the "Egypt" God is calling you back to with new obedience?
Day 4: Confronting Pharaoh
Scripture Reading: Exodus 5:1–14 | Key Verse: Exodus 5:1
Personal Application: How do you respond when obedience to God meets resistance?
Missional Application: Stand alongside someone who is facing spiritual opposition because of their obedience.
Journal Question: How can you remain faithful when initial obedience seems to make things more complicated?
Day 5: Doubts and Discouragement
Scripture Reading: Exodus 5:15–23 | Key Verse: Exodus 5:22
Personal Application: Where are you tempted to question God's plan because of discouraging circumstances?
Missional Application: Share your story of perseverance with someone struggling to see God at work.
Journal Question: How does God want to reshape your understanding of "success" in obedience?
Week 3: The Great I Am: Enough for Every Excuse
Day 1: God Promises Deliverance
Scripture Reading: Exodus 6:1–12 | Key Verse: Exodus 6:6
Personal Application: When discouragement creeps in, do I revisit God's promises and trust His faithfulness over my feelings?
Missional Application: Help others hold onto God’s truth even when their circumstances scream otherwise.
Journal Question: Which promise of God do I need to anchor myself to right now?
Day 2: Family Lines and Calling
Scripture Reading: Exodus 6:13–27 | Key Verse: Exodus 6:26
Personal Application: Do I believe God can weave purpose into my story, even the broken and overlooked parts of my family line?
Missional Application: Encourage someone struggling with their past to see how God uses flawed people to fulfill His plan.
Journal Question: How have I seen God bring purpose out of my imperfect background?
Day 3: Confidence in Weakness
Scripture Reading: Exodus 6:28–7:7 | Key Verse: Exodus 7:1
Personal Application: Am I waiting to feel capable, or am I willing to obey God and trust His strength in my weakness?
Missional Application: Remind others that availability matters more than ability in God’s kingdom.
Journal Question: Where am I waiting to feel “ready” before stepping into obedience?
Day 4: Signs and Authority
Scripture Reading: Exodus 7:8–13 | Key Verse: Exodus 7:12
Personal Application: Am I focused on temporary distractions, or am I standing firm in the lasting power of God’s truth?
Missional Application: Stay grounded in truth as you lead others through confusion or doubt.
Journal Question: What distractions might I be mistaking for real opposition?
Day 5: The First Plague
Scripture Reading: Exodus 7:14–25 | Key Verse: Exodus 7:17
Personal Application: How might God be using discomfort in my life to get my attention or realign my heart with His?
Missional Application: Walk with others as they process hardship—pointing them toward God's voice in the storm.
Journal Question: What is God trying to get my attention about through something that feels like discomfort or delay?
Scripture Reading: Exodus 6:1–12 | Key Verse: Exodus 6:6
Personal Application: When discouragement creeps in, do I revisit God's promises and trust His faithfulness over my feelings?
Missional Application: Help others hold onto God’s truth even when their circumstances scream otherwise.
Journal Question: Which promise of God do I need to anchor myself to right now?
Day 2: Family Lines and Calling
Scripture Reading: Exodus 6:13–27 | Key Verse: Exodus 6:26
Personal Application: Do I believe God can weave purpose into my story, even the broken and overlooked parts of my family line?
Missional Application: Encourage someone struggling with their past to see how God uses flawed people to fulfill His plan.
Journal Question: How have I seen God bring purpose out of my imperfect background?
Day 3: Confidence in Weakness
Scripture Reading: Exodus 6:28–7:7 | Key Verse: Exodus 7:1
Personal Application: Am I waiting to feel capable, or am I willing to obey God and trust His strength in my weakness?
Missional Application: Remind others that availability matters more than ability in God’s kingdom.
Journal Question: Where am I waiting to feel “ready” before stepping into obedience?
Day 4: Signs and Authority
Scripture Reading: Exodus 7:8–13 | Key Verse: Exodus 7:12
Personal Application: Am I focused on temporary distractions, or am I standing firm in the lasting power of God’s truth?
Missional Application: Stay grounded in truth as you lead others through confusion or doubt.
Journal Question: What distractions might I be mistaking for real opposition?
Day 5: The First Plague
Scripture Reading: Exodus 7:14–25 | Key Verse: Exodus 7:17
Personal Application: How might God be using discomfort in my life to get my attention or realign my heart with His?
Missional Application: Walk with others as they process hardship—pointing them toward God's voice in the storm.
Journal Question: What is God trying to get my attention about through something that feels like discomfort or delay?
Week 4: Bricks Without Straw: Obedience Tested
Day 1: Frogs and Fingerprints
Scripture Reading: Exodus 8:1–19 | Key Verse: Exodus 8:10
Personal Application: God’s timing reveals His power. Am I delaying obedience because I'm waiting for more convenient conditions?
Missional Application: Share with others that God’s fingerprints are visible even in what seems chaotic.
Journal Question: Where am I postponing obedience until it feels safer or easier?
Day 2: Distinction Through Obedience
Scripture Reading: Exodus 8:20–32 | Key Verse: Exodus 8:23
Personal Application: How is God’s peace showing up in my life during challenging circumstances?
Missional Application: Let your life reflect the difference God’s presence makes in a dark world.
Journal Question: What evidence of God’s distinction in me is visible to others?
Day 3: Diseased Livestock and Boils
Scripture Reading: Exodus 9:1–12 | Key Verse: Exodus 9:5
Personal Application: God’s words are not idle; they are certain. Do I trust that God’s promises are certain, even when I can't see immediate results?
Missional Application: Speak hope to someone discouraged by waiting—remind them that God’s word never fails.
Journal Question: Where do I need to re-anchor myself in the certainty of God’s promises?
Day 4: Hail and Humbling
Scripture Reading: Exodus 9:13–24 | Key Verse: Exodus 9:16
Personal Application: In what hard places might God be positioning me to influence others for His glory?
Missional Application: Use your platform—big or small—to declare His name.
Journal Question: Where has God given me influence, and how am I using it for His glory?
Day 5: False Repentance
Scripture Reading: Exodus 9:25–35 | Key Verse: Exodus 9:27
Personal Application: True repentance shows in actions, not just words. Is there an area in my life where I’m saying the right things but not living them out?
Missional Application: Model a heart that follows through—not just confesses.
Journal Question: Have I mistaken regret for repentance in any area of my life?
Scripture Reading: Exodus 8:1–19 | Key Verse: Exodus 8:10
Personal Application: God’s timing reveals His power. Am I delaying obedience because I'm waiting for more convenient conditions?
Missional Application: Share with others that God’s fingerprints are visible even in what seems chaotic.
Journal Question: Where am I postponing obedience until it feels safer or easier?
Day 2: Distinction Through Obedience
Scripture Reading: Exodus 8:20–32 | Key Verse: Exodus 8:23
Personal Application: How is God’s peace showing up in my life during challenging circumstances?
Missional Application: Let your life reflect the difference God’s presence makes in a dark world.
Journal Question: What evidence of God’s distinction in me is visible to others?
Day 3: Diseased Livestock and Boils
Scripture Reading: Exodus 9:1–12 | Key Verse: Exodus 9:5
Personal Application: God’s words are not idle; they are certain. Do I trust that God’s promises are certain, even when I can't see immediate results?
Missional Application: Speak hope to someone discouraged by waiting—remind them that God’s word never fails.
Journal Question: Where do I need to re-anchor myself in the certainty of God’s promises?
Day 4: Hail and Humbling
Scripture Reading: Exodus 9:13–24 | Key Verse: Exodus 9:16
Personal Application: In what hard places might God be positioning me to influence others for His glory?
Missional Application: Use your platform—big or small—to declare His name.
Journal Question: Where has God given me influence, and how am I using it for His glory?
Day 5: False Repentance
Scripture Reading: Exodus 9:25–35 | Key Verse: Exodus 9:27
Personal Application: True repentance shows in actions, not just words. Is there an area in my life where I’m saying the right things but not living them out?
Missional Application: Model a heart that follows through—not just confesses.
Journal Question: Have I mistaken regret for repentance in any area of my life?
Week 5: Pharaoh's Heart is Hardened: God's Power Prevails
Week 5: Pharaoh's Heart is Hardened: God's Power Prevails
Day 1: A Legacy of Faithfulness
Scripture Reading: Exodus 10:1–10 | Key Verse: Exodus 10:2
Personal Application: What story is God writing through my life that others will tell?
Missional Application: Share with the next generation how God has shown His power in your story.
Journal Question: What act of faith in my life could inspire faith in someone else?
Day 2: Repentance and Mercy
Scripture Reading: Exodus 10:11–20 | Key Verse: Exodus 10:19
Personal Application: God hears prayer even in rebellion—He delights in mercy.
Missional Application: Encourage others not to delay turning back to God—He’s always ready to forgive.
Journal Question: Where have I seen God respond with mercy when I least deserved it?
Day 3: A Darkness That Could Be Felt
Scripture Reading: Exodus 10:21–29 | Key Verse: Exodus 10:23
Personal Application: Darkness cannot overshadow those who walk in the light of God.
Missional Application: Be a light in someone else’s darkness by being present with hope.
Journal Question: Where do I see God’s light pushing back the darkness in my life or others?
Day 4: The Final Warning
Scripture Reading: Exodus 11 | Key Verse: Exodus 11:3
Personal Application: God prepares and provides for those who trust Him, even when judgment is near.
Missional Application: Urge others toward obedience now—grace makes preparation possible.
Journal Question: What preparations is God prompting me to make in obedience?
Day 5: The First Passover Instituted
Scripture Reading: Exodus 12:1–12 | Key Verse: Exodus 12:11
Personal Application: Am I living with readiness for God’s deliverance?
Missional Application: Help others understand that salvation requires a response and faith.
Journal Question: What would it look like for me to live ready for God’s move today?
Day 1: A Legacy of Faithfulness
Scripture Reading: Exodus 10:1–10 | Key Verse: Exodus 10:2
Personal Application: What story is God writing through my life that others will tell?
Missional Application: Share with the next generation how God has shown His power in your story.
Journal Question: What act of faith in my life could inspire faith in someone else?
Day 2: Repentance and Mercy
Scripture Reading: Exodus 10:11–20 | Key Verse: Exodus 10:19
Personal Application: God hears prayer even in rebellion—He delights in mercy.
Missional Application: Encourage others not to delay turning back to God—He’s always ready to forgive.
Journal Question: Where have I seen God respond with mercy when I least deserved it?
Day 3: A Darkness That Could Be Felt
Scripture Reading: Exodus 10:21–29 | Key Verse: Exodus 10:23
Personal Application: Darkness cannot overshadow those who walk in the light of God.
Missional Application: Be a light in someone else’s darkness by being present with hope.
Journal Question: Where do I see God’s light pushing back the darkness in my life or others?
Day 4: The Final Warning
Scripture Reading: Exodus 11 | Key Verse: Exodus 11:3
Personal Application: God prepares and provides for those who trust Him, even when judgment is near.
Missional Application: Urge others toward obedience now—grace makes preparation possible.
Journal Question: What preparations is God prompting me to make in obedience?
Day 5: The First Passover Instituted
Scripture Reading: Exodus 12:1–12 | Key Verse: Exodus 12:11
Personal Application: Am I living with readiness for God’s deliverance?
Missional Application: Help others understand that salvation requires a response and faith.
Journal Question: What would it look like for me to live ready for God’s move today?
Week 6: God's Power Revealed: Confronting Pharaoh
Day 1: The Blood as a Sign
Scripture Reading: Exodus 12:13–20 | Key Verse: Exodus 12:13
Personal Application: God sees and covers those marked by faith. Do I live with the confidence and gratitude of someone truly marked by faith and covered by God's grace?
Missional Application: Share how the blood of Jesus has changed your life—it still saves.
Journal Question: How do I live as someone covered and protected by God?
Day 2: Deliverance at Midnight
Scripture Reading: Exodus 12:21–42 | Key Verse: Exodus 12:28
Personal Application: Obedience creates space for God’s power to be revealed. What might I be missing by hesitating to obey God fully and immediately?
Missional Application: Obey even when it doesn’t fully make sense—it may help others follow.
Journal Question: Where do I need to obey quickly and completely?
Day 3: Instructions for the Journey
Scripture Reading: Exodus 12:43–51 | Key Verse: Exodus 12:49
Personal Application: Do I truly believe that God’s family includes anyone who places their trust in Him—including those different from me?
Missional Application: Extend belonging to those who are searching for where they fit in faith.
Journal Question: Who around me needs to know there’s a place for them in God’s story?
Day 4: Remember What God Has Done
Scripture Reading: Exodus 13:1–16 | Key Verse: Exodus 13:9
Personal Application: What part of my story have I forgotten to remember—and how might revisiting it stir my faith or someone else’s?
Missional Application: Teach others about your God-stories so they remember too.
Journal Question: What event from my life deserves a spiritual “marker” of remembrance?
Day 5: Led by Cloud and Fire
Scripture Reading: Exodus 13:17–22 | Key Verse: Exodus 13:21
Personal Application: When the path feels uncertain, do I trust that God is leading with purpose—or am I trying to reroute His direction?
Missional Application: Encourage someone discouraged by delay—God’s route is always intentional.
Journal Question: Where am I struggling to trust God’s guidance?
Scripture Reading: Exodus 12:13–20 | Key Verse: Exodus 12:13
Personal Application: God sees and covers those marked by faith. Do I live with the confidence and gratitude of someone truly marked by faith and covered by God's grace?
Missional Application: Share how the blood of Jesus has changed your life—it still saves.
Journal Question: How do I live as someone covered and protected by God?
Day 2: Deliverance at Midnight
Scripture Reading: Exodus 12:21–42 | Key Verse: Exodus 12:28
Personal Application: Obedience creates space for God’s power to be revealed. What might I be missing by hesitating to obey God fully and immediately?
Missional Application: Obey even when it doesn’t fully make sense—it may help others follow.
Journal Question: Where do I need to obey quickly and completely?
Day 3: Instructions for the Journey
Scripture Reading: Exodus 12:43–51 | Key Verse: Exodus 12:49
Personal Application: Do I truly believe that God’s family includes anyone who places their trust in Him—including those different from me?
Missional Application: Extend belonging to those who are searching for where they fit in faith.
Journal Question: Who around me needs to know there’s a place for them in God’s story?
Day 4: Remember What God Has Done
Scripture Reading: Exodus 13:1–16 | Key Verse: Exodus 13:9
Personal Application: What part of my story have I forgotten to remember—and how might revisiting it stir my faith or someone else’s?
Missional Application: Teach others about your God-stories so they remember too.
Journal Question: What event from my life deserves a spiritual “marker” of remembrance?
Day 5: Led by Cloud and Fire
Scripture Reading: Exodus 13:17–22 | Key Verse: Exodus 13:21
Personal Application: When the path feels uncertain, do I trust that God is leading with purpose—or am I trying to reroute His direction?
Missional Application: Encourage someone discouraged by delay—God’s route is always intentional.
Journal Question: Where am I struggling to trust God’s guidance?
Week 7: The God Who Delivers: Covered by the Blood
Day 1: Stand Still and See
Scripture Reading: Exodus 14:1–12 | Key Verse: Exodus 14:14
Personal Application: When I feel stuck or afraid, do I truly believe that stillness and surrender invite God to fight for me?
Missional Application: Remind someone in crisis that stillness and trust can be powerful acts of faith.
Journal Question: What situation is God asking me to surrender instead of striving in?
Day 2: The Sea Parts
Scripture Reading: Exodus 14:13-21 | Key Verse: Exodus 14:13
Personal Application: What step of obedience might God be waiting on before revealing the path forward?
Missional Application: Share a testimony of deliverance to build someone else's faith.
Journal Question: What miracle in my past am I underestimating today?
Day 3: The Song of Freedom
Scripture Reading: Exodus 14:22–27 | Key Verse: Exodus 14:27
Personal Application: How often do I pause to worship God for what He’s already done—am I quick to forget or faithful to celebrate?
Missional Application: Invite others to worship with you—praise can lead people to faith.
Journal Question: How can I mark a recent victory with praise?
Day 4: Bitter Water Made Sweet
Scripture Reading: Exodus 15:1–21 | Key Verse: Exodus 15:21
Personal Application: Am I willing to trust God to transform my bitterness into something beautiful, even when healing doesn’t come quickly?
Missional Application: Walk with someone through their “Marah” moment—remind them healing is possible.
Journal Question: What bitter moment in my life needs God’s healing touch?
Day 5: Bread from Heaven
Scripture Reading: Exodus 15:22–27 | Key Verse: Exodus 15:26
Personal Application: Am I depending on God's daily provision, or am I trying to control tomorrow with today’s strength?
Missional Application: Help someone overwhelmed by tomorrow refocus on trusting God for today.
Journal Question: Where am I hoarding worry instead of gathering today’s grace?
Scripture Reading: Exodus 14:1–12 | Key Verse: Exodus 14:14
Personal Application: When I feel stuck or afraid, do I truly believe that stillness and surrender invite God to fight for me?
Missional Application: Remind someone in crisis that stillness and trust can be powerful acts of faith.
Journal Question: What situation is God asking me to surrender instead of striving in?
Day 2: The Sea Parts
Scripture Reading: Exodus 14:13-21 | Key Verse: Exodus 14:13
Personal Application: What step of obedience might God be waiting on before revealing the path forward?
Missional Application: Share a testimony of deliverance to build someone else's faith.
Journal Question: What miracle in my past am I underestimating today?
Day 3: The Song of Freedom
Scripture Reading: Exodus 14:22–27 | Key Verse: Exodus 14:27
Personal Application: How often do I pause to worship God for what He’s already done—am I quick to forget or faithful to celebrate?
Missional Application: Invite others to worship with you—praise can lead people to faith.
Journal Question: How can I mark a recent victory with praise?
Day 4: Bitter Water Made Sweet
Scripture Reading: Exodus 15:1–21 | Key Verse: Exodus 15:21
Personal Application: Am I willing to trust God to transform my bitterness into something beautiful, even when healing doesn’t come quickly?
Missional Application: Walk with someone through their “Marah” moment—remind them healing is possible.
Journal Question: What bitter moment in my life needs God’s healing touch?
Day 5: Bread from Heaven
Scripture Reading: Exodus 15:22–27 | Key Verse: Exodus 15:26
Personal Application: Am I depending on God's daily provision, or am I trying to control tomorrow with today’s strength?
Missional Application: Help someone overwhelmed by tomorrow refocus on trusting God for today.
Journal Question: Where am I hoarding worry instead of gathering today’s grace?
Week 8: Crossing the Red Sea: Faith Steps to Freedom
Day 1: The Sabbath is a Gift
Scripture Reading: Exodus 16:1–13 | Key Verse: Exodus 16:4-5
Personal Application: Rest is an act of trust. Do I truly trust God enough to rest, or am I relying more on my effort than His provision?
Missional Application: Model healthy rhythms of work and rest to those around you.
Journal Question: What keeps me from fully entering God’s rest?
Day 2: Water from the Rock
Scripture Reading: Exodus 16:14–25 | Key Verse: Exodus 16:25
Personal Application: How has God shown me grace even when my words or attitude fell short of trust?
Missional Application: Extend grace to someone who is questioning or doubting.
Journal Question: When have I seen God provide even when my attitude didn’t deserve it?
Day 3: Help for the Weary
Scripture Reading: Exodus 16:26–35 | Key Verse: Exodus 16:35
Personal Application: Am I willing to admit when I need help, and am I paying attention to those who might need mine?
Missional Application: Be the person who holds someone else’s arms up when they feel alone.
Journal Question: Who is holding me up in this season—and whom am I supporting?
Day 4: Joy in the Testimony
Scripture Reading: Exodus 17:1–7 | Key Verse: Exodus 17:7
Personal Application: Do I recognize the power of my testimony, and am I sharing it to encourage faith in others?
Missional Application: Testify to what God has done—your praise might be someone else’s breakthrough.
Journal Question: Who needs to hear a story of God’s faithfulness in my life?
Day 5: Wisdom in Delegation
Scripture Reading: Exodus 17:8–15 | Key Verse: Exodus 17:11
Personal Application: Am I holding on to too much out of fear or pride, and what would it look like to lead by letting go?
Missional Application: Raise up others to lead by giving away what I cannot do alone.
Journal Question: What do I need to release so I can focus on what matters most?
Scripture Reading: Exodus 16:1–13 | Key Verse: Exodus 16:4-5
Personal Application: Rest is an act of trust. Do I truly trust God enough to rest, or am I relying more on my effort than His provision?
Missional Application: Model healthy rhythms of work and rest to those around you.
Journal Question: What keeps me from fully entering God’s rest?
Day 2: Water from the Rock
Scripture Reading: Exodus 16:14–25 | Key Verse: Exodus 16:25
Personal Application: How has God shown me grace even when my words or attitude fell short of trust?
Missional Application: Extend grace to someone who is questioning or doubting.
Journal Question: When have I seen God provide even when my attitude didn’t deserve it?
Day 3: Help for the Weary
Scripture Reading: Exodus 16:26–35 | Key Verse: Exodus 16:35
Personal Application: Am I willing to admit when I need help, and am I paying attention to those who might need mine?
Missional Application: Be the person who holds someone else’s arms up when they feel alone.
Journal Question: Who is holding me up in this season—and whom am I supporting?
Day 4: Joy in the Testimony
Scripture Reading: Exodus 17:1–7 | Key Verse: Exodus 17:7
Personal Application: Do I recognize the power of my testimony, and am I sharing it to encourage faith in others?
Missional Application: Testify to what God has done—your praise might be someone else’s breakthrough.
Journal Question: Who needs to hear a story of God’s faithfulness in my life?
Day 5: Wisdom in Delegation
Scripture Reading: Exodus 17:8–15 | Key Verse: Exodus 17:11
Personal Application: Am I holding on to too much out of fear or pride, and what would it look like to lead by letting go?
Missional Application: Raise up others to lead by giving away what I cannot do alone.
Journal Question: What do I need to release so I can focus on what matters most?
Week 9: Provisions in the Wilderness: Trusting God Daily
Day 1: At the Mountain of God
Scripture Reading: Exodus 18:1-10 | Key Verse: Exodus 18:10
Personal Application: Do I respond to God’s love and belonging with joyful obedience, or do I still feel like I have to earn His favor?
Missional Application: Help someone understand they’re loved and chosen before they ever perform.
Journal Question: Do I live like someone deeply loved by God?
Day 2: Preparing for God’s Presence
Scripture Reading: Exodus 18:11–20 | Key Verse: Exodus 18:11
Personal Application: Am I approaching God with both reverence and closeness—or have I grown too casual in His presence?
Missional Application: Invite others to experience God's awe—not just His comfort.
Journal Question: When have I last stood in awe of God?
Day 3: The Ten Commandments
Scripture Reading: Exodus 18:21–27 | Key Verse: Exodus 18:21
Personal Application: Do I see God’s commands as lifelines for freedom, or restrictions to resist?
Missional Application: Teach others that God’s commands lead to freedom, not restriction.
Journal Question: Which of God’s commandments have I been tempted to treat casually?
Day 4: Worship That Honors God
Scripture Reading: Exodus 19:1–9 | Key Verse: Exodus 19:5-6a
Personal Application: Is my worship focused more on performance or presence—and what needs to shift to honor God more fully?
Missional Application: Create environments that are simple, sacred, and centered on God.
Journal Question: How can I simplify my worship to make more space for God?
Day 5: Justice and Compassion
Scripture Reading: Exodus 19:10–25 | Key Verse: Exodus 19:12
Personal Application: In what small ways am I overlooking the call to justice and compassion in my daily interactions?
Missional Application: Champion fairness and compassion, especially for the overlooked.
Journal Question: What small action could I take this week to pursue justice for someone else?
Scripture Reading: Exodus 18:1-10 | Key Verse: Exodus 18:10
Personal Application: Do I respond to God’s love and belonging with joyful obedience, or do I still feel like I have to earn His favor?
Missional Application: Help someone understand they’re loved and chosen before they ever perform.
Journal Question: Do I live like someone deeply loved by God?
Day 2: Preparing for God’s Presence
Scripture Reading: Exodus 18:11–20 | Key Verse: Exodus 18:11
Personal Application: Am I approaching God with both reverence and closeness—or have I grown too casual in His presence?
Missional Application: Invite others to experience God's awe—not just His comfort.
Journal Question: When have I last stood in awe of God?
Day 3: The Ten Commandments
Scripture Reading: Exodus 18:21–27 | Key Verse: Exodus 18:21
Personal Application: Do I see God’s commands as lifelines for freedom, or restrictions to resist?
Missional Application: Teach others that God’s commands lead to freedom, not restriction.
Journal Question: Which of God’s commandments have I been tempted to treat casually?
Day 4: Worship That Honors God
Scripture Reading: Exodus 19:1–9 | Key Verse: Exodus 19:5-6a
Personal Application: Is my worship focused more on performance or presence—and what needs to shift to honor God more fully?
Missional Application: Create environments that are simple, sacred, and centered on God.
Journal Question: How can I simplify my worship to make more space for God?
Day 5: Justice and Compassion
Scripture Reading: Exodus 19:10–25 | Key Verse: Exodus 19:12
Personal Application: In what small ways am I overlooking the call to justice and compassion in my daily interactions?
Missional Application: Champion fairness and compassion, especially for the overlooked.
Journal Question: What small action could I take this week to pursue justice for someone else?
Week 10: God's Covenant and Commitment: God Establishes His People
Day 1: Social Responsibility
Scripture Reading: Exodus 20:1–21 | Key Verse: Exodus 20:1-2
Personal Application: How does the way I treat the vulnerable reflect what I really believe about God’s heart?
Missional Application: Stand up for the voiceless with more than words—step in.
Journal Question: Who am I overlooking that God might be calling me to protect?
Day 2: Justice for All
Scripture Reading: Exodus 20:22–26 | Key Verse: Exodus 20:24b
Personal Application: Am I more concerned with being liked or with doing what is just in God’s eyes?
Missional Application: Be a consistent advocate for justice, even when it's unpopular.
Journal Question: Where am I tempted to follow the crowd instead of God's truth?
Day 3: Rest and Rhythm
Scripture Reading: Exodus 21:1–15 | Key Verse: Exodus 21:1
Personal Application: What does my schedule reveal about who—or what—I really trust for provision?
Missional Application: Encourage others to embrace holy rhythm—not just hustle.
Journal Question: How can I build Sabbath into my week as an act of faith?
Day 4: God's Presence Promised
Scripture Reading: Exodus 21:16–31 | Key Verse: Exodus 21:24
Personal Application: When God leads me into unfamiliar territory, do I let fear speak louder than His presence?
Missional Application: Remind others they’re not walking alone—God is with them.
Journal Question: What fear could be replaced if I trusted God's presence more deeply?
Day 5: Sealing the Covenant
Scripture Reading: Exodus 22:1–15 | Key Verse: Exodus 22:3b
Personal Application: Saying yes to God means aligning my whole life with His Word. What part of my life is still out of sync with the “yes” I gave to God?
Missional Application: Help others see that faith is both a decision and a lifestyle.
Journal Question: What part of God’s Word am I still resisting with hesitation?
Scripture Reading: Exodus 20:1–21 | Key Verse: Exodus 20:1-2
Personal Application: How does the way I treat the vulnerable reflect what I really believe about God’s heart?
Missional Application: Stand up for the voiceless with more than words—step in.
Journal Question: Who am I overlooking that God might be calling me to protect?
Day 2: Justice for All
Scripture Reading: Exodus 20:22–26 | Key Verse: Exodus 20:24b
Personal Application: Am I more concerned with being liked or with doing what is just in God’s eyes?
Missional Application: Be a consistent advocate for justice, even when it's unpopular.
Journal Question: Where am I tempted to follow the crowd instead of God's truth?
Day 3: Rest and Rhythm
Scripture Reading: Exodus 21:1–15 | Key Verse: Exodus 21:1
Personal Application: What does my schedule reveal about who—or what—I really trust for provision?
Missional Application: Encourage others to embrace holy rhythm—not just hustle.
Journal Question: How can I build Sabbath into my week as an act of faith?
Day 4: God's Presence Promised
Scripture Reading: Exodus 21:16–31 | Key Verse: Exodus 21:24
Personal Application: When God leads me into unfamiliar territory, do I let fear speak louder than His presence?
Missional Application: Remind others they’re not walking alone—God is with them.
Journal Question: What fear could be replaced if I trusted God's presence more deeply?
Day 5: Sealing the Covenant
Scripture Reading: Exodus 22:1–15 | Key Verse: Exodus 22:3b
Personal Application: Saying yes to God means aligning my whole life with His Word. What part of my life is still out of sync with the “yes” I gave to God?
Missional Application: Help others see that faith is both a decision and a lifestyle.
Journal Question: What part of God’s Word am I still resisting with hesitation?
Week 11: The Ten Commandments: Living Set Apart
Day 1: God's Covenant Invitation
Scripture Reading: Exodus 22:16–31 | Key Verse: Exodus 22:21
Personal Application: How are you living out your identity as God's treasured possession?
Missional Application: Invite others into the understanding that they are chosen and loved by God.
Journal Question: What would change in your life if you fully embraced your identity in Christ?
Day 2: Preparing to Meet God
Scripture Reading: Exodus 23:1–19 | Key Verse: Exodus 23:20
Personal Application: How do you prepare your heart daily to encounter God's presence?
Missional Application: Encourage others to take seriously the privilege of approaching God with reverence.
Journal Question: How can you better prepare your heart for God's presence each day?
Day 3: The Ten Commandments Given
Scripture Reading: Exodus 23:20-33 | Key Verse: Exodus 23:20
Personal Application: Which commandment is God challenging you to take more seriously right now?
Missional Application: Help teach others about God's good boundaries that bring freedom, not restriction.
Journal Question: Which of God's commands feels most challenging and why?
Day 4: Instructions for Worship
Scripture Reading: Exodus 24 | Key Verse: Exodus 24:7
Personal Application: How can you offer God worship that is pure, humble, and wholehearted?
Missional Application: Lead by example in authentic, sacrificial worship in your community.
Journal Question: What does pure worship look like in your life?
Day 5: Justice and Mercy Laws
Scripture Reading: Exodus 25:1-22| Key Verse: Exodus 25:8
Personal Application: Are you pursuing justice and mercy in your everyday interactions?
Missional Application: Stand up for the vulnerable and advocate for fair treatment of others.
Journal Question: How is God calling you to be an agent of justice and mercy?
Scripture Reading: Exodus 22:16–31 | Key Verse: Exodus 22:21
Personal Application: How are you living out your identity as God's treasured possession?
Missional Application: Invite others into the understanding that they are chosen and loved by God.
Journal Question: What would change in your life if you fully embraced your identity in Christ?
Day 2: Preparing to Meet God
Scripture Reading: Exodus 23:1–19 | Key Verse: Exodus 23:20
Personal Application: How do you prepare your heart daily to encounter God's presence?
Missional Application: Encourage others to take seriously the privilege of approaching God with reverence.
Journal Question: How can you better prepare your heart for God's presence each day?
Day 3: The Ten Commandments Given
Scripture Reading: Exodus 23:20-33 | Key Verse: Exodus 23:20
Personal Application: Which commandment is God challenging you to take more seriously right now?
Missional Application: Help teach others about God's good boundaries that bring freedom, not restriction.
Journal Question: Which of God's commands feels most challenging and why?
Day 4: Instructions for Worship
Scripture Reading: Exodus 24 | Key Verse: Exodus 24:7
Personal Application: How can you offer God worship that is pure, humble, and wholehearted?
Missional Application: Lead by example in authentic, sacrificial worship in your community.
Journal Question: What does pure worship look like in your life?
Day 5: Justice and Mercy Laws
Scripture Reading: Exodus 25:1-22| Key Verse: Exodus 25:8
Personal Application: Are you pursuing justice and mercy in your everyday interactions?
Missional Application: Stand up for the vulnerable and advocate for fair treatment of others.
Journal Question: How is God calling you to be an agent of justice and mercy?
Week 12: The Golden Calf: When We Forget
Day 1: The Idol of Impatience
Scripture Reading: Exodus 25:23-30 | Key Verse: Exodus 25:20
Personal Application: What shortcuts am I tempted to take when God’s timing feels too slow for me?
Missional Application: Help others wait well by pointing to God's faithfulness in delay.
Journal Question: Where am I most tempted to rush ahead of God?
Day 2: Intercession in the Gap
Scripture Reading: Exodus 25:31–40 | Key Verse: Exodus 25:40
Personal Application: God honors intercession. Do I truly believe that my prayers have the power to influence lives and situations?
Missional Application: Stand in prayer for those who are wandering—God listens.
Journal Question: Who am I called to intercede for right now?
Day 3: His Presence or Nothing
Scripture Reading: Exodus 26:1–15 | Key Verse: Exodus 26:1
Personal Application: Am I pursuing God’s presence, or have I settled for His blessings without Him?
Missional Application: Encourage others to seek God’s presence, not just His promises.
Journal Question: Where have I been seeking the blessing more than the Blesser?
Day 4: A Name That Heals
Scripture Reading: Exodus 26:16–37 | Key Verse: Exodus 26:33b
Personal Application: How does knowing God's true nature transform how I view myself and others?
Missional Application: Introduce others to the true heart of God, not misconceptions.
Journal Question: Which part of God’s character am I most drawn to right now?
Day 5: Radiant with Glory
Scripture Reading: Exodus 27:1–10 | Key Verse: Exodus 27:1
Personal Application: What evidence in my life shows I’ve actually been in God's presence
Missional Application: Let your life glow with evidence that you've been with God.
Journal Question: How does my daily time with God shape what others see in me?
Scripture Reading: Exodus 25:23-30 | Key Verse: Exodus 25:20
Personal Application: What shortcuts am I tempted to take when God’s timing feels too slow for me?
Missional Application: Help others wait well by pointing to God's faithfulness in delay.
Journal Question: Where am I most tempted to rush ahead of God?
Day 2: Intercession in the Gap
Scripture Reading: Exodus 25:31–40 | Key Verse: Exodus 25:40
Personal Application: God honors intercession. Do I truly believe that my prayers have the power to influence lives and situations?
Missional Application: Stand in prayer for those who are wandering—God listens.
Journal Question: Who am I called to intercede for right now?
Day 3: His Presence or Nothing
Scripture Reading: Exodus 26:1–15 | Key Verse: Exodus 26:1
Personal Application: Am I pursuing God’s presence, or have I settled for His blessings without Him?
Missional Application: Encourage others to seek God’s presence, not just His promises.
Journal Question: Where have I been seeking the blessing more than the Blesser?
Day 4: A Name That Heals
Scripture Reading: Exodus 26:16–37 | Key Verse: Exodus 26:33b
Personal Application: How does knowing God's true nature transform how I view myself and others?
Missional Application: Introduce others to the true heart of God, not misconceptions.
Journal Question: Which part of God’s character am I most drawn to right now?
Day 5: Radiant with Glory
Scripture Reading: Exodus 27:1–10 | Key Verse: Exodus 27:1
Personal Application: What evidence in my life shows I’ve actually been in God's presence
Missional Application: Let your life glow with evidence that you've been with God.
Journal Question: How does my daily time with God shape what others see in me?
Week 13: Glory in the Wilderness: God's Presence is Enough
Day 1: Offering What You Have
Scripture Reading: Exodus 27:11–21| Key Verse: Exodus 27:20b
Personal Application: Am I offering what I have with a willing heart, or am I holding back because I think it’s not enough?
Missional Application: Inspire others to give from the heart, not out of pressure.
Journal Question: What would joyful giving look like in this season?
Day 2: Skilled for the Work
Scripture Reading: Exodus 28:1–14 | Key Verse: Exodus 28:2
Personal Application: What God-given ability have I been underestimating—or hesitating to use—for His purposes?
Missional Application: Recognize and call out the God-given talents in others.
Journal Question: What skill or passion is God asking me to offer back to Him?
Day 3: Everything as the Lord Commanded
Scripture Reading: Exodus 28:15–30 | Key Verse: Exodus 28:29
Personal Application: Am I willing to remain obedient even when my efforts feel unnoticed or unfinished?
Missional Application: Encourage faithfulness in the unseen work—it all matters to God.
Journal Question: Where do I need to keep going even when the results aren’t visible yet?
Day 4: The Glory Fills the Tabernacle
Scripture Reading: Exodus 28:31–43 | Key Verse: Exodus 28:35
Personal Application: Is my life structured in a way that welcomes God’s presence—or cluttered with things that push Him out?
Missional Application: Help others bring their lives into alignment to host God’s presence.
Journal Question: Is there any area of disorder God is asking me to surrender?
Day 5: A Cloud by Day, Fire by Night
Scripture Reading: Exodus 29:1–18 | Key Verse: Exodus 29:1a
Personal Application: Am I following God’s guidance daily—or trying to create my own path in the wilderness?
Missional Application: Be a steady voice reminding others that God never leaves His people.
Journal Question: How can I follow the cloud instead of forging my own way?
Scripture Reading: Exodus 27:11–21| Key Verse: Exodus 27:20b
Personal Application: Am I offering what I have with a willing heart, or am I holding back because I think it’s not enough?
Missional Application: Inspire others to give from the heart, not out of pressure.
Journal Question: What would joyful giving look like in this season?
Day 2: Skilled for the Work
Scripture Reading: Exodus 28:1–14 | Key Verse: Exodus 28:2
Personal Application: What God-given ability have I been underestimating—or hesitating to use—for His purposes?
Missional Application: Recognize and call out the God-given talents in others.
Journal Question: What skill or passion is God asking me to offer back to Him?
Day 3: Everything as the Lord Commanded
Scripture Reading: Exodus 28:15–30 | Key Verse: Exodus 28:29
Personal Application: Am I willing to remain obedient even when my efforts feel unnoticed or unfinished?
Missional Application: Encourage faithfulness in the unseen work—it all matters to God.
Journal Question: Where do I need to keep going even when the results aren’t visible yet?
Day 4: The Glory Fills the Tabernacle
Scripture Reading: Exodus 28:31–43 | Key Verse: Exodus 28:35
Personal Application: Is my life structured in a way that welcomes God’s presence—or cluttered with things that push Him out?
Missional Application: Help others bring their lives into alignment to host God’s presence.
Journal Question: Is there any area of disorder God is asking me to surrender?
Day 5: A Cloud by Day, Fire by Night
Scripture Reading: Exodus 29:1–18 | Key Verse: Exodus 29:1a
Personal Application: Am I following God’s guidance daily—or trying to create my own path in the wilderness?
Missional Application: Be a steady voice reminding others that God never leaves His people.
Journal Question: How can I follow the cloud instead of forging my own way?