August 27 - Exodus 11:1-10

1. In Exodus 11, we see God announcing the final plague, the death of the firstborn. How does this plague emphasize the seriousness of Pharaoh's hardened heart? What does it reveal about God's justice and sovereignty?

2. Exodus 12 introduces the Passover instructions. How does the symbolism of the lamb's blood on the doorposts relate to Christ as the ultimate sacrificial Lamb in the New Testament? 

3. In Exodus 12:37-42, we read about the Israelites' departure from Egypt. What does their hasty departure say about their faith and obedience to God's instructions? How can we apply this sense of urgency to our own spiritual journey?

4. Exodus 13:1-10 emphasizes the consecration of the firstborn. How does this practice illustrate the concept of being set apart for God's purposes? How might this principle apply to our lives today?
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5. Exodus 13:16 emphasizes the importance of passing down the story of deliverance to future generations. How can we ensure that the testimonies of God's work in our lives are preserved and shared within our families and communities?