Exodus 10:1-20 Pharaoh's Officers Cry "Enough!"

"God added another reason for the great display of His wonders in the plagues:  that the Jews might be able to tell the generations to come about the awesome power of their great God," my commentary began.

Moses and Aaron asked Pharaoh how long he was going to persist in his pride and refuse to humble himself before God.  They warned him that failure to obey would result in the destruction of all remaining vegetation in Egypt.

Pharaoh's officers even told him that Egypt was already economically ruined and further damage was unthinkable.  Pharaoh almost relented when he asked Moses and Aaron who would be going on the worship trip, then he told them only the men could leave.  How stupid WAS he?

The invasion began and proceeded exactly as Moses had described.  "Once again Pharaoh sought for relief without repentance, and God mercifully granted his request," my commentary said.  That just proves how merciful God can be despite our sins.

Father, I continue to be amazed at Your love despite our sin, and at the extent to which You are willing to show mercy to even Your enemies!  Thank You for the mercies You've shown to me.

 

Your Brother In Christ,
Gary Ford