Exodus 9:13-35

9:13-35 | The exceptionally heavy hail would destroy agriculture as well as harm people and livestock. That these plagues were sent to Pharaoh’s very heart means they were intended to have a deep impact.

9:16 | Even with his hardened heart, Pharaoh served the Lord’s greater purpose. Everyone accomplishes God’s will in the end. Those who conform to His will accomplish it willingly; those who do not conform accomplish it inadvertently, as an unwitting tool in His hands.

9:19-25 | After six plagues, some of Pharaoh’s servants believed the message about the coming hail and had their servants and livestock flee for cover. Others, however, did not regard the word of the Lord – and the consequences were devastating.

9:27-30 | Pharaoh’s confession was accurate but insincere, as he admitted only what he thought he must in order to relieve the pressure. He had not yet come to fear the Lord God.