The condition of Pharaoh’s heart was in opposition to the God of Israel. His heart was not in a stagnant condition, but a progressive one. Adonai, in His sovereignty, knew the condition of Pharaoh’s heart becoming increasingly hardened each time Moses and Aaron came with a message to command Pharaoh to allow Israel permission to go out into the desert for three days to worship their God. The conflict here was an issue of pride. Pharaoh viewed himself as Divine! To succumb to the God of Israel would take Pharaoh off the throne of his own life. This is a heart issue shared by all of mankind. Whose kingdom do we serve?
Much has been written and argued over the centuries, as to the meaning of Divine Election. The condition of Pharaoh’s heart is a perfect example to ponder. We see the comparison between Adonai’s Covenantal promises to the descendants of Abraham, versus Pharaoh’s pride and the progressiveness of it, leading to greater resistance to be obedient to God’s call on his life. Yes, Adonai made a call upon the life of the King of Egypt. God used two agents of change, Moses and Aaron, to call upon Pharaoh to examine his own heart. Their obedient calls upon the King were met with growing and arrogant refusals...
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