This is part of a year-long reading of the Bible chronologically in a harmonized format.
Exodus 12:29 - 13:22
- God strikes Egypt's firstborn at midnight; Pharaoh finally expels Israel, who leave with great possessions.
- Israel consecrates firstborn males, observes unleavened bread, and is led by pillars of cloud and fire.
Matthew 12:46-50
- Jesus' mother and brothers seek Him while He teaches.
- He declares that whoever does the will of His Father in heaven is His brother, sister, and mother.
Mark 3:31-35
- Jesus' family arrives outside; He responds by pointing to those sitting around Him.
- He identifies His true family as those who do God's will.
Luke 8:19-21
- Jesus' mother and brothers try to reach Him through the crowd.
- He says His mother and brothers are those who hear God's word and do it.
