Exodus 8:18
The magicians tried to produce gnats using their magic arts, but they could not. And the gnats remained on man and beast.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Exodus 8:18?

2. How does Exodus 8:18 demonstrate God's power over Egyptian magicians and their limitations?

3. What can we learn about God's sovereignty from Exodus 8:18?

4. How does Exodus 8:18 connect to the theme of divine authority in Exodus?

5. How can we apply the lesson of God's unmatched power in our daily lives?

6. In what ways does Exodus 8:18 encourage trust in God's supreme authority today?

7. How did the magicians fail to replicate the plague of gnats in Exodus 8:18?

8. What does Exodus 8:18 reveal about the limitations of human power versus divine power?

9. Why were the magicians unable to produce gnats according to Exodus 8:18?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Exodus 8?

11. Exodus 8:18–19: Why do Egyptian records not mention their magicians failing before a Hebrew prophet?

12. What does 'Finger of God' mean?

13. How can signs and wonders performed by false prophets (Deuteronomy 13:1–2) align with the belief that only God can grant miracles?

14. Where in documented history is there solid evidence that God “foils the signs of false prophets” (Isaiah 44:25) in the direct, miraculous manner described?
Discussion Questions
1. How does the inability of the magicians to replicate the plague of gnats highlight the difference between God's power and human abilities?

2. In what ways does the plague of gnats demonstrate God's sovereignty over creation, and how can this understanding impact our daily lives?

3. Reflect on a time when you resisted God's will. What were the consequences, and how did you eventually submit to His authority?

4. How can the example of Moses and Aaron's faithfulness in the face of opposition encourage you in your own walk with God?

5. Consider the broader account of the plagues in Exodus. How do these events foreshadow the ultimate deliverance found in Jesus Christ?1. How does God exhibit His power in this chapter?

2. Discuss the significance of God hardening Pharaoh's heart.

3. How did Moses and Aaron demonstrate faith and obedience?

4. How does Pharaoh's reaction to the plagues reflect human nature in dealing with crises?

5. How does this chapter highlight God's distinction between the Israelites and the Egyptians?

6. What does this chapter reveal about the nature of divine judgment and mercy?

7. Why did Pharaoh continually harden his heart, and what can we learn from this?

8. In what ways do you see God's mercy towards the Egyptians in this chapter?

9. How does the response of the Egyptian magicians change over the course of the plagues, and what does this signify?

10. How can the resilience of Moses and Aaron inspire your personal faith journey?

11. How does this chapter illustrate the consequences of disobedience?

12. Can you relate to Pharaoh's pattern of promising change during a crisis, then reverting once it's over? How?

13. How can these plagues be seen as metaphors for our own life struggles?

14. How does the promise of freedom for the Israelites resonate with you in your life?

15. What is the significance of the specific plagues God chose? Why frogs, gnats, and flies?

16. How would you have reacted if you were in Pharaoh's place?

17. In what ways does God make a distinction between His people and others in today's world?

18. How can you apply the lessons of faith and obedience from this chapter to modern-day situations you might face?

19. How would you respond to someone who challenges the morality of God's actions in this chapter?

20. How does this chapter shape our understanding of prayer, specifically Moses praying for the removal of the plagues?

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