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Exodus-8

The Plague of Frogs: An Examination of Faith and Obeyance​

Introduction​

In the stunning narrative of Exodus, we encounter Moses as God's chosen leader, leading the Israelites out of captivity. As we delve into Exodus 8, we are reminded of how God hardened Pharaoh's heart as a demonstration of His sovereign strength. Let's take a closer look at this peculiar event and reflect on the lessons of faith and obeyance it offers.

Section 1: Pharaoh's Hard Heart (Exodus 8:1-4)​

Devotional Thought: Pharaoh, refusing to release the Israelites, persisted in ignoring God's commands. This steadfastness appears as hardness of heart. Yet, we see that God uses Pharaoh's obstinacy as an opportunity to demonstrate His divine power. As we navigate through our own life circumstances, let's reflect on how God might use our obstacles to showcase His sovereign love.

Reflection Questions:

  • In what ways do obstacles in our lives reveal God's sovereign love?
  • How might we change our perspective on difficult situations, understanding that they could also serve as opportunities for God's strength to show through?

Section 2: Mosquitos and Frogs (Exodus 8:5-15)​

Devotional Thought: God sent successive plagues to Pharaoh, beginning with swarms of mosquitoes and frogs. Moses followed through with each divine command. Yet, Pharaoh, in his stubbornness, remained steadfast in his refusal to obey. Let's reflect on our own stubbornness and learn from Pharaoh's mistakes.

Reflection Questions:

  • Are there areas of our lives where we stubbornly refuse to obey?
  • How can we relinquish our stubbornness and trust in God's will?

Section 3: Moses and Aaron Pray for Relief (Exodus 8:16-19)​

Devotional Thought: Moses and Aaron implored God to lift His hand from the people. This prayer reveals their faith, leaning on God as their sole source of comfort. Let's reflect on how we can depend on God during the most trying times, learning to trust His sovereignty.

Reflection Questions:

  • In what ways do we trust in God's sovereignty during challenging circumstances?
  • How can we learn to pray with faith, trusting in God's strength during our times of hardship?

Section 4: God's Provision of Relief (Exodus 8:20-23)​

Devotional Thought: God heeded the prayers of Moses and Aaron, bringing relief to the Israelites. This provision reveals God's faithfulness, a cornerstone of His character. Let's reflect on how we can better appreciate God's faithfulness during times of relief and provision.

Reflection Questions:

  • In what ways do we appreciate God's faithfulness during times of relief and provision?
  • How can we learn to trust God's provision during challenging circumstances?

Conclusion:​

As we conclude our devotional journey through Exodus 8, let's stand in awe of God's love and sovereignty, knowing that He uses our obstacles as a testimony to His divine strength. Let's also learn from the examples of Moses and Aaron, trusting in God in both challenging and relief-filled circumstances. May our faith and obeyance reveal the heart of God to those around us.