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Moses and Aaron went in to Pharaoh, and they did so, as Yahweh had commanded: and Aaron cast down his rod before Pharaoh and before his servants, and it became a serpent.

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Courage Fueled by Faith

Commentators like Calvin and Gill emphasize that Moses and Aaron's ability to boldly confront the most powerful man in the world did not come from their own courage. Instead, it was a direct result of their faith and the "inward inspiration of the Spirit." This serves as a reminder that when God calls us to a difficult task, He also provides the divine strength to carry it out.

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Exodus

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John Calvin

John Calvin

On Exodus 7:10

16th Century

Theologian

And Moses and Aaron went in. Although they were now fully conscious of their vocation and knew that they were endowed with divine power fo…

John Gill

John Gill

On Exodus 7:10

17th Century

Pastor

And Moses and Aaron went in unto Pharaoh
Into the palace of Pharaoh boldly, and with intrepidity, clothed with such …

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On Exodus 7:8–13

17th Century

Minister

What men dislike, because it opposes their pride and lusts, they will not be convinced of; but it is easy to cause them to believe things they wish…