Exodus 10:21-11:10 - The plague of darkness precedes the final plague, the death of the firstborn. What connections do you see between these events and the events of Jesus that we celebrate this week? What is God's reason for the plagues in Egypt? What is His reason for going to the cross?
Hebrews 4:1-16 - The words about the power of God's Word can be a little frightening, "For the word of God is living and active, sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing to the division of soul and of spirit, of joints and of marrow, and discerning the thoughts and intentions of the heart. And no creature is hidden from his sight, but all are naked and exposed to the eyes of him to whom we must give account." This reality, that we must all stand before God's judgment seat, is a terrifying prospect. For that reason, the following words are a great comfort to us, "For we do not have a high priest who is unable to sympathize with our weaknesses, but one who in every respect has been tempted as we are, yet without sin. Let us then with confidence draw near to the throne of grace, that we may receive mercy and find grace to help in time of need."
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