When the Israelites discovered bitter water at the beginning of their trek through the wilderness, God instructed Moses on how to make it sweet. God reminded them that He is their Healer, and we must remember that no situation is behind His remedying.

In the final five plagues, God humbles a man who considers himself a god and a people who thought themselves untouchable. God is opposed to the proud and will use any means necessary to humble us.

In the first five plagues, God shows His power over the gods of Egypt and attacks the Egyptians’ many sources of affluence. Nothing in this world deserves our wholehearted trust and allegiance.

Before the plagues commence, Scripture provides a genealogy for Moses and Aaron, highlighting their family line’s unsavory nature. Just like these two who were used mightily by God, nothing in your family tree can disqualify you from God’s service.

Moses’ initial efforts only increased Pharoah’s narcissistic rage and the Israelites’ horrific conditions. When things get worse before they get better, we must hold on to God’s promises.   

As Moses prepared to return to Egypt, God prepared him for the hardening of Pharoah’s heart, but a curious event on the way showed that Moses wasn’t exempt from that very thing. We must prioritize assessing our own personal obedience.  

Moses received the LORD’s instructions at the burning bush and immediately provided excuses for why he could not do what God asked of him. When we consider what God calls us to do, we must never forget who He is and who we are not.

Moses desired to deliver God’s people through his strength, but his efforts would never suffice. If God calls us to something great, we must realize His power to accomplish it.