Exo 12:12 | MHM | STEP | v. 12-13 : That night, God would strike down all the firstborn in Egypt, both humans and animals, and show His power over the Egyptian gods (Exodus 12:12-13 ). The blood on the doorposts would protect the Israelites. Only those who obeyed God and acted in faith would be safe. This shows that God can protect His people during trouble, and that the blood is like a shield for believers (Numbers 33:4; Exodus 18:11 ).

‏ Exodus 12:12

v. 12-13: That night, God would strike down all the firstborn in Egypt, both humans and animals, and show His power over the Egyptian gods (Exodus 12:12-13 ^a). The blood on the doorposts would protect the Israelites. Only those who obeyed God and acted in faith would be safe. This shows that God can protect His people during trouble, and that the blood is like a shield for believers (Numbers 33:4; Exodus 18:11 ^b).