Weekly Devotional - August 12th

For the Scripture says to Pharaoh, “For this very reason I raised you up, in order to

demonstrate My power in you, and that My name might be proclaimed throughout the

earth.” So then He has mercy on whom He desires, and He hardens whom He desires.

You will say to me then, “Why does He still find fault? For who has resisted His will?” On the contrary, who are you, you foolish person, who answers back to God? The thing molded will

not say to the molder, “Why did you make me like this,” will it? 

Romans 9:17-20

The doctrine of election, although not easily accepted by many Christians, is considered a

biblical truth. Therefore, even though this concept may be challenging for some, it cannot be ignored. In the scriptural context, Paul emphasizes that God bestowed His blessings upon the Pharaoh of Egypt not to highlight the power of Pharaoh, but to showcase the power of God. It serves as a reminder that God's will may differ from our own, and this principle can be observed in various aspects of our lives, including our political beliefs.