What can we learn about God's faithfulness from Exodus 8:31? Setting the scene In response to Pharaoh’s hard heart, the LORD had sent a dense swarm of flies throughout Egypt. At Moses’ plea, God promised He would remove the flies if Pharaoh relented. Exodus 8:31 records how God kept that promise. Verse spotlight “And the LORD did as Moses requested, and He removed the swarms of flies from Pharaoh, his officials, and his people; not one fly remained.” Key observations about God’s faithfulness • God hears the prayer of His servant: “The LORD did as Moses requested.” He is attentive and responsive (Psalm 34:15). • God acts exactly as He says: He pledged to lift the plague—and He did, down to the last insect. His word never falters (Numbers 23:19). • God’s power is precise and sovereign: removing every single fly shows total control over creation (Psalm 115:3). • God’s mercy accompanies judgment: while disciplining Egypt, He still offers relief when His conditions are met (Isaiah 30:18). • The thoroughness—“not one fly remained”—underscores reliability. When God intervenes, He completes the task perfectly (Deuteronomy 32:4). Lessons for believers today • Trust Scripture without reservation; the God who eradicated every fly will fulfill every promise to His people (2 Corinthians 1:20). • Pray boldly; God willingly hears and answers according to His will (1 John 5:14-15). • Wait confidently; divine timing may test us, but God’s actions arrive right on schedule (Habakkuk 2:3). • Rest in His comprehensive deliverance; He doesn’t provide partial fixes but complete solutions (Philippians 1:6). • Remember that obedience and intercession matter; Moses’ faithful plea was the trigger for visible mercy (James 5:16-18). Supporting Scriptures on God’s faithfulness • Deuteronomy 7:9 – “Know therefore that the LORD your God is God, the faithful God…” • Lamentations 3:22-23 – “Great is Your faithfulness.” • 2 Timothy 2:13 – “He remains faithful, for He cannot deny Himself.” • Psalm 36:5 – “Your faithfulness reaches to the clouds.” • 1 Corinthians 1:9 – “God is faithful, by whom you were called…” Takeaway truths God’s faithfulness is personal, precise, and perfect. The same Lord who removed every fly from Egypt keeps every promise to His children today. Stand firm on His word, pray with confidence, and live assured that not one detail of His covenant love will ever fail. |
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