02: Exodus

Discover the Book of Exodus with Dr. Cameron Howard, Associate Professor of Old Testament at Luther Seminary. In this episode of The Bible in a Year, we explore one of the most foundational stories in Scripture—from slavery in Egypt to liberation at the Red Sea, and from the giving of the Ten Commandments to the building of the Tabernacle. Cameron guides us through this epic narrative, revealing why God, not Moses, is the true main character of Exodus and how this ancient story of freedom continues to inspire liberation movements today.Beyond the dramatic escape from Egypt, Exodus offers profound wisdom for modern life. Cameron highlights how the biblical value of Sabbath rest challenges our culture's obsession with productivity and the "hustle." Whether you're familiar with Exodus from movies like The Ten Commandments and The Prince of Egypt or discovering it for the first time, this conversation will deepen your understanding of why this book matters for both Jewish and Christian faith—and how its themes of liberation, law, and rest speak powerfully to our lives today.