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Exodus-7

Confronting Pharaoh: A Devotional Study on Exodus 7​

Introduction​

As we venture into the story of Exodus, we find the Israelites in bondage to Pharaoh. The divine call to Moses to lead the people out of slavery begins a journey fraught with tests of faith and divine displays of power. In Exodus 7, we witness one such confrontation between Moses and Pharaoh. As we explore the events recorded in this chapter, let's uncover the spiritual insights and truths embedded in this narrative.

Section 1: The Nile and the Necromancer (Exodus 7:14-24)​

Devotional Thought: In response to Pharaoh's defiance, God sends a plague of frogs and gnats to reveal His superior power. However, Pharaoh's magician, a necromancer, imitates this display of God's power. In our lives, we may encounter people who seem to copy the ways of God, but they are lifeless imitations. Let's trust in God's power and distinctiveness.

Reflection Questions:

  • Who are the necromancers, the lifeless imitations, in your life?
  • How can you deepen your trust in God's unique and living power?

Section 2: Aaron's Rod (Exodus 7:10-13)​

Devotional Thought: God's challenge to Pharaoh's magicians sets the stage for a divine competition. Aaron's rod, chosen by God, blooms with almonds and produces a serpent. This miraculous display reveals the authenticity of God's power in contrast to the imitations of Pharaoh's magicians. Let's trust in the authenticity and distinctiveness of God's power.

Reflection Questions:

  • How have you witnessed imitations of God's power in your life, hindering your trust in God's distinctiveness?
  • How can you appreciate the authenticity of God's power in contrast to the imitations?

Section 3: God's Word Triumphs (Exodus 7:25-26)​

Devotional Thought: In contrast to Pharaoh's word, which hardens his heart, God's Word reveals His truth, goodness, and life. Let's humbly listen to God's Word and seek to breathe life into our relationships and community.

Reflection Questions:

  • In what ways is God's Word life-giving in contrast to the hardness of idolatrous words?
  • How can you embrace and live out the truths and goodness of God's Word in your community?

Conclusion:​

As we close our devotional journey through Exodus 7, let's stand in awe of the God who displays His power in contrast to lifeless imitations. May we trust in God's authenticity, distinctiveness, and life-giving Word. Let's always seek to humbly listen and live out God's truth, rather than harden our hearts against His divine will.