...without the ten plagues. So why didn’t he?
Exodus 7:5 And the Egyptians shall know that I am the Lord, when I stretch forth mine hand upon Egypt and bring out the children of Israel from among them.
“Let my people go,” Moses’ demands.
Water to Blood – Frogs – Gnats or Lice
Flies – Livestock Diseased – Boils
Thunder and Hail – Locusts – and Darkness
None of these devastating plagues convinces Pharaoh to release his slaves. But the last one jabs him in the heart. God smites the first born of man and beast throughout Egypt, but not in the Israelite homes where blood of a lamb swipes the doorposts as instructed.
“When I see the blood, I will pass over you.” This is a foreshadowing of redemption by the Lamb of God on the cross, covering the sins of those who believe.
On the desert trail, the people freak out as they are trapped between the Red Sea and the enemy. “Stand still and see the salvation of the Lord,” Moses proclaims. The Red Sea parts and nearly three million Israelites cross on dry ground, saved by the grace of God.
This same God directs my path every day. What’s to fear? Read this exciting true story in the Book of Exodus.
