Exodus 12:12

“For I will pass through the land of Egypt this night, and will smite all the firstborn in the land of Egypt, both man and beast; and against all the gods of Egypt I will execute judgment: I am the LORD.” One of the chief foundations of scriptural understanding is the uniqueness and singularity of God. The Bible makes it obvious there is only one Lord. Still, people throughout history have worshiped all manner of beings, non-beings, animals, phenomenons and inanimate objects. These Egyptians, with their plethora of idols, superstitions and demigods were no different. They fashioned deity’s in their own likeness, worshiping the mere men they anointed king. God chose to address their problem for His own glory within this passage. He promises to execute judgment against their gods and provide revelation of Himself. It was not for the benefit of the Hebrew people that God chose to offer deliverance. In taking action against the mighty nation of Egypt and their gods, the True God would receive honor and glory. His name would be lifted up among the heathen, and the gods of Egypt, whether they were Pharaohs or monuments of gold, would be crushed. Our one God is longsuffering and abundant in mercy. He is also jealous, not willing to share His glory with sinful creation.