This study is part of our series of verse by verse studies of Exodus, the 2nd book in the Bible. Taught by our pastor, Simeon Forder, at our Sunday morning service on the 8th November 2026.

About this book

The book of Exodus is more than just a historical account — it is an essential read for every believer. But Why? Well, first it shows us God kept His promises regarding Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob’s descendants. That indeed He would make a great nation of them while they were in Egypt. It also shows us God’s strength, and protective nature in bringing His people out of slavery. And third we can learn much from Moses’ and Israel’s behaviour that so often mirrors our own. But also, in it we see the law given, not to save us, but to show us how very much we need a Saviour.

About this passage

In this passage we see Moses and Aaron begin to talk to Pharaoh in earnest. However, Pharaoh would not yield – he would not let God’s people go. And so God would send plague after plague on Egypt until He did. And we’ll see the first of those plagues recorded in chapter seven, as the river Nile is turned to blood. Then in chapter eight we’ll see another three plagues recorded, as the land was filled with frogs, then lice, then flies.

Application questions

• What idols may God need to deal with in your life?
• Is there anything in your life where you’re not fully obeying God?
• The world wants you to compromise, and be like them — are you?