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In Exodus 10:1-9, we witness a profound moral dilemma faced by Pharaoh as he confronts God's authority. Many today, like Pharaoh, question God’s sovereignty and attempt to compromise their faith. Moses and Aaron, equipped with divine power, stand firm against Pharaoh’s offers of partial obedience. This piece explores the importance of offering God our whole selves—heart, soul, and mind—without compromise. Through biblical examples and teachings from Jesus, it emphasizes that true faith requires total commitment, challenging readers to reflect on their own spiritual priorities and decisions.
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Not One Hoof Left Exodus 10:1-9
Moral Decisions • Bring us face to face with God • Whether we realize it or not • Face this fact now or later • Many like Pharaoh say, “Who is God? (Exodus 5:2) • “Seemed” to give in (Exodus 8:15)
Rejected God’s Word • Moses and Aaron equipped • Performed miracles • Magicians could not match them (Exodus 8:19) • Hardened his heart (Exodus 7:10-13)
Rejected God’s Word • Same happens today • Reject the Gospel (Romans 1:16) • It was also “proven” (Mark 16:15-18; Hebrews 2:1-4) • Search for honest hearts (Luke 8:15)
Offered A Compromise • Learned God doesn’t compromises • Worship within the land (8:25) • Men could leave (10:11) • Leave without herds (10:24-27)
Offered A Compromise • Moses said “No” • No compromise with evil (Hebrews 11:24) • Neither God nor Satan accepts it (Romans 6:16-18) • Learn this fact (Matthew 6:24; James 4:4)
Christ Must Have … • Whole man • Heart, soul, and mind (Matthew 22:36, 37) • Kingdom first (Matthew 6:33)
Pete Rose’s Priorities • #1- Baseball • #2- Cars • #3- Children • #4- Wife
Standpoint of • Our • Intentions (James 4:13-17) • Thoughts (Genesis 6:5; Philippians 4:8) • Talents (Matthew 25:14-20) • Possessions (Luke 12:15; Acts 4:32) • Freedom (Romans 8:1-4; 1 John 1:7-9)
Christ Must Have … • Whole church • Some not involved • Remember the one talent man? (Matthew 25:30) • A place for all (1 Corinthians 12:12-31)
Christ Must Have … • Whole world • Gospel for all (Romans 1:16) • Some overlooked due to race or status (Galatians 2:11-14; James 2:1-9) • Let the lost decide for themselves
Conclusion • Compromise may be good at times • Give your whole life to God?