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N.T. Wright on Exodus Hope - Anglican (Isaiah 43:2)

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"Isaiah recalls Exodus—Red Sea parted, pillar of fire led. God who brought Israel through will bring the exiles through. And ultimately, God who raised Jesus through death brings us through every flood. This is new exodus hope: resurrection through every trial." — N.T. Wright. Anglican: new exodus hope.

Topics & Themes

ExodusRed Searesurrectionnew exodushope

Scripture References

Isaiah 43:2Exodus 14

Emotional Tone

hopejoyanticipation

Audience

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