The theme for the Spring 2011 Bible conference in Phoenix is found both at the beginning and end of the book (1Ti 1:18, 1Ti 6:12). In each reference, different words and phrases are used. In the first, Paul speaks of the good fight of faith as an ongoing campaign, thus reminding us that we are part of a vast and great spiritual army. In the last, his words focus on our own personal struggle, a good reminder that no one can fight our battle for us. This scope and intensity will be captured as we follow Paul’s thought through the book.Gene Cunningham - June 9, 2000
Life of Moses #8
The first five plaques judged Egypt's idols; the 2nd five were personal. Moses is being transformed (spiritual growth). They show the increasing hardening of Pharaoh's heart (he hardening his own heart). Judicial hardening (Exo 9:8-12, Rom 2:4). God had been good to Egypt; that should lead us to repentance. The gifts from God are to point us to Him -- evidence of His character (Act 14:17, Act 17:27, Jam 1:17). God has put eternity in man's heart (Ecc 3:11). Visible creation has evidence of God (Rom 1:18-20); when men reject God, they loose His blessings. Boils and hail - the sixth plague also in tribulation (Rev 16:1-21). God's purpose for Pharaoh is His Glory (Exo 9:13-17, Rom 9:17, Isa 43:7, Psa 76:10). God is able to draw a line between His people and Satan's (Exo 9:18-26). Pharaoh sins more with more plagues(Exo 9:27-35, 1Th 5:9). Men seek death because of the locust plague during the tribulation (Rev 10:1-29). Moses now calls the shots in Egypt; he has grown into the man and leader God intended.
Scripture References: Romans 1:18-20, Exodus 9:18-26, Ecclesiastes 3:11, Psalms 76:10, James 1:17, Isaiah 43:7, Acts 17:27, Romans 9:17, Acts 14:17, Exodus 9:13-17, Revelation 10:1-29, Romans 2:4, Revelation 16:1-21, Exodus 9:27-35, Exodus 9:8-12
From Series: "Life of Moses"
After 40 years in the Egyptian palace then 40 years in the desert then 40 years leading Israel to their land Moses' life can actually teach us about living in the time we live.