The book of Exodus is not just a historical account of Israel’s journey out of Egypt—it’s a spiritual blueprint for understanding God’s purpose in deliverance. At St Julian Anglican Training Centre, we study Exodus not just to know the story, but to live its message: freedom is not the end—worship is.
“Let my people go, so that they may worship me.” — Exodus 8:1
God’s purpose in delivering Israel was not simply to rescue them from Pharaoh’s oppression. He set them free so they would serve and worship Him. In ministry today, we often focus on freeing people from sin, addiction, or hardship—but forget to lead them toward a life centered on worship. Exodus reminds us: true deliverance leads to devotion.
Moses’ journey from fear to boldness reflects the struggle every church leader faces. Called but uncertain, obedient but overwhelmed—Moses teaches us that leadership is not about confidence in self, but confidence in God’s presence.
At St Julian, this shapes how we train leaders: to lean on Scripture, prayer, and God’s calling, not their own strength.
When Israel reached Sinai, they didn’t jump into a worship concert. God called them to prepare, purify, and set themselves apart. Worship in Exodus is tied to holiness, obedience, and reverence.
As modern ministers, we must teach that worship is not performance—it’s a lifestyle shaped by the Word.
Pharaoh didn’t let go easily—and neither will the enemy today. Ministry will be resisted, truth will be mocked, and comfort zones will be threatened. Exodus teaches us to expect resistance—but press on in the strength of God’s promise.
The book ends not with Israel’s independence, but with God dwelling among them. The ultimate goal of salvation is intimacy with God. That’s the heart of all ministry—to lead people into God’s presence, where they live and serve as His covenant people.
Exodus is a story of movement—from slavery to worship, from fear to leadership, from separation to communion. For the Church today, the book is a loud call:
You were set free not just from something, but for something. Worship the Lord in holiness and lead others to do the same.