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Maranatha Bible Church

Chicago

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Exodus 7 Bible Study (Moses & Pharaoh/First Plague: Water Turned to Blood) | Pastor Daniel Batarseh

Pastor Daniel Batarseh|Monday, October 23, 2017

Scripture References

Exodus 7:1-25Exodus 4:16John 10:33-34Psalms 82:1-8Exodus 5:1-2Exodus 12:12Exodus 18:10Exodus 9:20-21Acts 7:23-25Numbers 12:12 Thessalonians 2:9Matthew 24:24Exodus 1:22Psalms 106:37John 2:62 Corinthians 3:6

Sermon Summary

Pastor Daniel Batarseh explores Exodus 7, highlighting God's sovereign power over Egypt's gods. He contrasts the Old Covenant's judgment with the New Covenant's life, warning against the danger of hardening one's heart.

Key Takeaways

1God's judgments are intended to reveal His true nature and supremacy over all false idols.
2Preparation for ministry often takes much longer than we expect; Moses waited 40 years for his vision to manifest.
3True spiritual authority requires humility and unity, as seen in Aaron’s willingness to serve under Moses.
4Miracles are not the ultimate test of truth, as demonic forces can produce counterfeit signs; the message of the cross is the true distinction.
5Hardening your heart against God’s warnings is a dangerous form of spiritual procrastination.

Discussion Questions

Use these questions for small group discussion or personal reflection.

1Why does God call Moses 'God' to Pharaoh, and how does this help us understand our role as ambassadors for Christ?
2How does the 40-year gap between Moses' desire (age 40) and his commission (age 80) encourage you in your current season?
3What is the significance of Aaron's staff swallowing the magicians' staffs in terms of spiritual warfare?
4Pastor Batarseh compared the blood in the Nile to the wine at Cana. How does this illustrate the difference between the Old and New Covenants?
5Pharaoh chose to ignore the plague and go into his house. In what ways do people today ignore God's 'plagues' or warnings in their own lives?
6How can we maintain unity in the church when leadership roles don't align with worldly expectations like age or seniority?

Application Points

Practical ways to apply this message to your life.

Trust the process of God's preparation in your life, even if you feel your calling is delayed.
Guard your heart against jealousy when others are promoted or used by God in ways you desire.
Do not be swayed by sensational signs; always measure spiritual experiences against the Word of God.
Identify areas where you are 'digging your own well' instead of submitting to God's clear instructions.
Respond to the Holy Spirit's conviction today rather than waiting for a life crisis to seek God.

Personal Reflection

Take time to quietly reflect on these prompts.

How is the Holy Spirit speaking to me through this message?

What areas of my life need to change in light of this teaching?

Who can I share this truth with this week?

What is one specific action I will take as a result of this sermon?

Prayer Points

Thank God for His Word and the truths revealed in this message.
Pray for understanding and wisdom to apply what you've learned.
Ask the Holy Spirit to help you live out these truths in your daily life.
Pray for others who heard this message, that they too would be transformed.

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