7:14–10:29 Review · Nine plagues: The plagues are purposeful manifestations of God’s sovereign power. In response to Pharaoh’s challenge (Exod. 5:2) the plagues demonstrate to him and to Egypt the identity and power of God (7:5, 17; 9:14–16; 14:4). The “strong hand” that Pharaoh presumes to wield is Yahweh’s attribute (see 6:1 KJV). The mighty acts of God gain freedom for Israel, confirming that they are God’s people (8:22–23) and he is their God (10:1–2). These events make an indelible mark on the corporate memory of Israel (Ps. 78:1–8, 44–51; 105:28–36). Pharaoh was raised up that God’s name might be proclaimed in all the earth (Exod. 9:16). Jethro hears and joins with the Israelites in worshiping God (Exod. 18:8–12). Rahab tells the spies that the inhabitants of Canaan have heard of Go…