*Bible Reading Guide – Day 32* 📖 *Passage:* Exodus 7-9 *📜 Summary of the Passage* - *Exodus 7:* Moses and Aaron confront Pharaoh. God turns Aaron’s staff into a serpent. The first plague (water to blood) occurs, but Pharaoh’s heart remains hardened. - *Exodus 8:* The second (frogs), third (gnats), and fourth (flies) plagues strike Egypt. Pharaoh temporarily relents but then hardens his heart again. - *Exodus 9:* The fifth (livestock disease), sixth (boils), and seventh (hail) plagues intensify God’s judgment. Pharaoh continues to resist, though his officials begin to fear God. *🔍 Key Themes* 1. *God’s Sovereignty Over Creation:* Each plague demonstrates God's power over nature and false gods. 2. *The Hardness of Heart:* Pharaoh repeatedly rejects God, showing the danger of resisting divine truth. 3. *God’s Justice & Mercy:* While Egypt suffers judgment, Israel is protected, highlighting God's justice and mercy. *📖 Reflection Questions* - How do I respond to God's warnings and instructions? - In what ways do I see God's justice and mercy in my life? - Do I recognize God's power and sovereignty in challenging times? *🙏 Prayer Guide* - Pray for a heart that is responsive to God’s guidance. - Ask for God’s protection and deliverance in difficult situations. - Thank God for His power and justice in the world.