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The New Exodus – Acts 2
Jewish tradition states the Day of Pentecost in Acts 2 took place on the same calendar day as God came down on Sinai to deliver the Law to Israel. Historically then in order: 1) the Israelites “plundered” the Egyptians; 2) The Israelites crossed the Red Sea; 3) The Israelites received the Law.
When we come to Pentecost the order is reversed: 3) The Jews heard the Gospel message; 2) Those who received the message were baptized (Paul compares baptism to crossing – 1 Cor.10:1ff); 1) The Christians share all their belongings together. The Day of Pentecost is the New Exodus.
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