Power on Display: God Confronts Pharaoh Through the Plagues | Exodus 7–9

Welcome to Day 18 of Word for Word: The Bible.In this episode, we continue our year-long journey through Scripture by reading Exodus chapters 7–9 word for word from the New International Version (NIV). These chapters mark the beginning of the plagues of Egypt, as God openly displays His power in response to Pharaoh’s continued resistance.Today’s reading includes:God commissioning Moses and Aaron to confront PharaohAaron’s staff becoming a snake and God’s power surpassing Egypt’s magiciansThe plagues of blood, frogs, gnats, and fliesGod distinguishing between Egypt and Israel in the land of GoshenThe plague on Egyptian livestock and the outbreak of boilsThe devastating hailstorm and Pharaoh’s temporary confession of sinPharaoh hardening his heart once again after relief comesExodus 7–9 reveals a clear and repeated pattern: God speaks, Pharaoh resists, and consequences follow. Each plague demonstrates that the Lord alone holds authority over creation, false gods, and human rulers. Even when Pharaoh acknowledges wrongdoing, his lack of true repentance leads him back into defiance.This episode reminds us that God’s power is not merely for display, but for deliverance—and that resisting His word carries lasting consequences. At the same time, we see God’s patience, precision, and faithfulness as He continues working toward the redemption of His people.Each episode of Word for Word: The Bible includes:A brief opening prayer for understandingA complete Scripture reading, word for wordA short reflection on the themes of the passageThank you for listening. If this series has been helpful to you, please consider subscribing, leaving a review, and sharing it with someone who may benefit from walking through Scripture together.