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How does the story of Moses and the rock relate to Christ?

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Moses striking the rock is a picture of Christ being smitten for our sins, from whom we receive the living water of grace.

In Exodus 17, Moses is commanded to strike the rock, which symbolizes Christ who was crucified for our sins (1 Corinthians 10:4). The rock, representing Christ, was smitten once, and from it flows living water, illustrating the grace and mercy that comes from Jesus' sacrifice. Just as the Israelites received physical water, we receive spiritual nourishment and sustenance from Christ, who offers the gift of the Holy Spirit. This historical narrative is a foreshadowing of the ultimate sacrifice that Christ made, offering salvation to the elect through His death and resurrection.
Scripture References: Exodus 17:1-7, 1 Corinthians 10:4, Exodus 17:6

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Smite The Rock
Todd Nibert · Sep 12, 2007
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