In the story of the fourth plague on Egypt, God threatens to and then does send flies all over Egypt, which contaminates the entire land. In this case, however, the writer makes it clear that the plague does not touch the land of Goshen, which is the dwelling place of the Israelites. So not only … Continue reading Lord of the Flies: Plagues Four and Five (Exodus 8:20-9:7)
The Finger of God: Plague Three (Exodus 8:16-19)
After the first two plagues, God's superiority was established over the false gods of the Egyptians. Now, God instructs Aaron to strike the dust of the ground and that all the dust would turn into lice. He did as God commanded, and then the lice appeared and attached to all the people of Egypt. Just … Continue reading The Finger of God: Plague Three (Exodus 8:16-19)
God Goes With You (Exodus 6:28-7:13)
God reiterated His instructions to Moses to speak to Pharaoh and command him to let the people of God go. He protested again, and again God said that Aaron would be his prophet. He also told Moses that he would harden Pharaoh's heart and prevent him from letting the Israelites go. He would then force … Continue reading God Goes With You (Exodus 6:28-7:13)