The Old Testament Witness to Christ and His Kingdom, Mentor's Guide, MG09

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T H E O L D T E S T A M E N T W I T N E S S T O C H R I S T A N D H I S K I N G D O M

Moses, Melchizedek, and David: Types of Jesus Christ as Prophet, Priest, and King

II. Moses, the Prophet of the Lord (a Type of Christ)

A. Aspects of his prophetic ministry that resonate with Christ

1. As an infant, his life was sought by a king.

a. Moses, Exod. 1.22

b. Jesus, Matt. 2.3-8

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2. His infant life was hidden in Egypt for a time for his protection.

a. Moses, Exod. 2.2-3

b. Jesus, Matt. 2.13-15

3. Sent by God to deliver God’s captive people

a. Moses, Exod. 3.10-12

b. Jesus, Luke 4.18-19