READ Exodus 7
The plagues against Pharaoh and Egypt begin.
 
INSIGHT
In this chapter, as the Lord speaks to Moses, we read the remarkable words, "See, I have made you as God to Pharaoh" (Exodus 7:1). To the world, God's children often stand in the place of God. We are the only Bible they will read-all of Jesus they will see. It is vital that we represent the Lord accurately. Of course, no mortal person can do so in any complete sense, but in a representative sense we must. It does not mean we must be perfect, but it does mean we are to give those around us a glimpse of who Jesus really is. Jesus said, "Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works and glorify your Father in heaven" (Matthew 5:16). Commit yourself to Christlikeness and believe that the Lord will multiply your life as others see Him in you.
 
PRAYER
As you continue your time with the Lord, offer to Him this psalm of humble praise:
Not to us, Lord, not to us,
but to your name give glory
because of your faithful love,
because of your truth
(Psalm 115:1).
 
Now pray this confession to the Lord to keep your life in fellowship with Him:
Lord, do not rebuke me in your anger;
do not discipline me in your wrath.
Be gracious to me, Lord, for I am weak;
heal me, Lord, for my bones are shaking;
my whole being is shaken with terror.
And you, Lord — how long? (Psalm 6:1-3).
 
As you confess any sins that the Holy Spirit brings to your mind, voice your affirmation of God's Word by reflecting on Jesus' words:
My sheep hear my voice, I know them,and they follow me. I give them eternal life, and they will never perish. No one will snatch them out of my hand (John 10:27-28).
 
As you make your requests known to the Lord, pray for:

• Others to see Christ in you
• The Lord of the harvest to send laborers into His harvest
• Your prayer list

 
Now offer this prayer of worship to the Lord:
But as for me, God’s presence is my good.
I have made the Lord God my refuge,
so I can tell about all you do (Psalm 73:28).