Exodus 11
-Chapter 11 recounts the exchange of words between the LORD,
speaking through Aaron and Moses, and Pharaoh before the very last plague. A
complete driving out is prophesied and the children of Israel are instructed to
ask from his neighbor for the articles of silver and gold. The LORD gave the
people favor in the sight of the Egyptians and Moses was highly esteemed in all
the land of Egypt.
-The LORD’s warning is crystal clear as to what was about to
happen giving Pharaoh and Egypt one last chance to repent and let God’s people free
without repercussions. However, Pharaoh’s heart remained hardened and his eyes
were blinded to what was about to envelop his land and his people including his
own family.
-Some of Moses’ last words to Pharaoh included the fact that
God was making a distinction between Egypt, who worshiped false gods, and
Israel, who worshiped the true and living God. *Application* This is the great
line of separation and still is today. There is only one truth, one way, and
one life, which comes only through Jesus Christ, God’s Messiah (John 14:6). God
has only one way to salvation and it is up to us to accept that reality.
-Moses leaves Pharaoh’s presence in hot anger, and the LORD
reassures him that there is purpose in this so that His wonders will be
multiplied in the land of Egypt. Pharaoh fulfilled the word of God by hardening
his heart to the things of God one last time, and it would destroy his soul,
his family, his pride, and his nation. *Application* Oh friend, if the LORD is
calling you please do not spurn His voice and turn your own way. Call upon the
Name of the LORD while you can and receive His forgiveness and restoration that
comes abundantly and freely to all that will accept Him (Isaiah 55:6, Romans
10:13). He is gracious and compassionate abounding in love and favor for those
who cry out to Him (Exodus 34:6, 2 Chronicles 30:9, Nehemiah 9:17, Psalm 103:8,
Joel 2:13, Jonah 4:2).
Verse to Memorize:
Exodus 11:5
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