Exodus 9:18
Behold, at this time tomorrow I will rain down the worst hail that has ever fallen on Egypt, from the day it was founded until now.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Exodus 9:18?

2. How does Exodus 9:18 demonstrate God's power and authority over nature?

3. What lessons can we learn about obedience from Pharaoh's response in Exodus 9?

4. How does the hail in Exodus 9:18 foreshadow God's judgment in Revelation?

5. How can we apply God's warnings in Exodus 9:18 to our daily lives?

6. What does Exodus 9:18 teach about the consequences of hardening one's heart against God?

7. How does Exodus 9:18 demonstrate God's power over nature?

8. What historical evidence supports the events described in Exodus 9:18?

9. Why did God choose hail as a form of judgment in Exodus 9:18?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Exodus 9?

11. How plausible is a widespread hailstorm of the described magnitude in the region (Exodus 9:18–25)?

12. Zechariah 14:12 – What scientific basis could explain flesh decaying instantly while people are still on their feet?

13. Job 37:6–7 suggests God commands the weather to teach humans their frailty; is there historical or scientific proof of this divine lesson?

14. What is the summary of the Exodus from Egypt?
Discussion Questions
1. How does the hailstorm as a divine judgment in Exodus 9:18 reflect God's sovereignty and power over creation?

2. In what ways can we see the mercy of God in the midst of His judgments, both in the account of the plagues and in our own lives?

3. What are some modern-day examples of "hardening one's heart" against God, and how can we guard against this in our spiritual walk?

4. How does the account of the plagues in Egypt connect to the themes of judgment and redemption found throughout the Bible, particularly in the New Testament?

5. Reflect on a time when you felt called to deliver a difficult message or take a stand for your faith. How can Moses' example encourage you in similar situations?1. What does the distinction made by God between Egyptian and Israelite livestock in the plagues say about His character?

2. How does Pharaoh's repeated hardening of his heart despite witnessing God's power reflect on human nature?

3. What lessons can modern society draw from the responses of the Egyptians who heeded Moses' warning about the hailstorm and those who didn't?

4. How do you relate to Pharaoh's hardened heart in your life? Are there areas where you repeatedly resist God's will?

5. How can we recognize when our hearts are becoming hardened like Pharaoh's?

6. How does God's patience with Pharaoh resonate with your experiences of God's patience in your life?

7. Despite God's overwhelming display of power, why do you think Pharaoh continued to resist?

8. Why do you think God allowed the flax and barley to be destroyed, but not the wheat and spelt?

9. In what ways does God's treatment of the Israelites contrast with His treatment of the Egyptians?

10. What does Moses' role in this narrative teach us about obedience to God?

11. How can the events in this chapter inform your prayers when you or others face stubborn obstacles?

12. What do the plagues teach us about the consequences of ignoring God's warnings?

13. How does the narrative of Pharaoh's false repentance serve as a cautionary tale for us?

14. How does the narrative of the plagues showcase God's sovereignty over nature?

15. What do the actions of the Egyptian magicians suggest about the limitations of human power versus divine power?

16. In what ways do the plagues challenge the concept of self-sufficiency?

17. How can we apply the lessons from this narrative to situations of injustice in the world today?

18. How do you think the Israelites felt during these plagues and how would you have felt in their place?

19. How does the concept of God "raising" Pharaoh up for His purpose resonate with your understanding of God's purpose in your life?

20. In the context of your faith, what does Pharaoh's statement, "The LORD is righteous, and I and my people are wicked" mean to you?

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