In what ways does Exodus 11:1 foreshadow Christ's ultimate victory over sin? Exodus 11:1—The final blow that guarantees freedom “Then the LORD said to Moses, ‘I will bring one more plague on Pharaoh and on Egypt, and after that he will let you go from here. When he does, he will drive you away completely.’” (Exodus 11:1) “One more” anticipates Christ’s “once for all” victory - God promises a single, decisive act that ends Israel’s bondage. - Hebrews 10:10: “We have been sanctified through the sacrifice of the body of Jesus Christ once for all.” - Just as Israel needed no further plagues, the cross requires no repeat offerings—Christ’s single sacrifice is fully sufficient. From forced labor to forced release—sin’s chains broken - Pharaoh “will drive you away completely.” The oppressor who once tightened his grip is compelled to let go. - Colossians 2:15: “Having disarmed the powers and authorities, He made a public spectacle of them, triumphing over them by the cross.” - Christ’s victory doesn’t negotiate with sin; it forces sin’s dominion to release its captives (John 8:36). The climactic plague previews the climactic cross - Exodus 12 will reveal that the firstborn must die so the nation may live. - At Calvary, the Father’s Firstborn gives His life so many sons and daughters may live (Romans 8:29; John 3:16). - Hebrews 2:14-15 shows Jesus destroying “him who holds the power of death” and freeing those “held in slavery.” Passover blood and crucifixion blood—same saving power - Israel’s deliverance hinges on lamb’s blood applied to doorposts (Exodus 12:13). - 1 Peter 1:18-19 connects that blood to “the precious blood of Christ, a lamb without blemish or defect.” - Both events secure protection from judgment and open the way to covenant fellowship. Public triumph over tyrants—Pharaoh and Satan alike - Pharaoh’s humiliation before Israel parallels the devil’s humiliation before the watching universe. - Colossians 2:15 uses parade imagery of a conquered foe; Exodus 14:30-31 records Israel viewing defeated Egyptians on the shore. - God’s victories are never hidden; they invite His people to witness and celebrate. A complete departure foreshadows complete redemption - “He will drive you away completely.” No Israelite is left behind. - 1 Corinthians 15:54-57: Death’s sting is removed, and believers share fully in Christ’s triumph. - Romans 8:1: “Therefore there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus.” No residue of slavery remains. Living in the light of the promise fulfilled - Exodus 11:1 gave Israel confidence before the last plague even fell; God’s word guaranteed the outcome. - John 19:30: “It is finished.” Because Christ’s victory is just as certain, believers can walk in present freedom while awaiting final glory (Romans 8:37-39). |
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