The Great Depression that crashed America’s economy in 1929 changed forever the attitude that “what exists today will last indefinitely.” The ten plagues that struck Egypt were also an “attitude changer.” The plagues demonstrated to Pharaoh and the Hebrew people the extent to which God would go to free his people.
The Israelites yearned for deliverance but were unaware of the hardships and temptations that lay ahead on their journey to God’s Promised Land. The Pharaoh would have to be convinced he was neither a god nor all-powerful and was no match for Jehovah God. It was up to him to choose whether to be blessed or cursed.
Pharaoh swayed back and forth in being convinced of God’s power and resolve to free his people. He would agree but then change his mind. Stubbornness in resisting God's plan and purpose may result in hardships or even disaster. On the other hand, compliance with God's will and plan creates a sense of security and peace of mind that endures.
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[The Lord says,] “I will instruct you. I will lead you
the way that you should go. I will advise you as my eyes watch over you. Don’t
be stubborn like a horse or a mule. [They need] a bit and bridle in their mouth
to restrain them or they will not come near you.”
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