Week 5: A Heavy Heart

Guest Speaker: Pastor Cameron Lilly delves into the biblical narrative of Pharaoh's hardened heart, primarily exploring the complex question of who was responsible for its hardening and what that "hardening" truly entails. He examines the progression of this phenomenon throughout the plagues, noting instances where Pharaoh hardened his own heart versus when the Lord hardened Pharaoh's heart. Cameron further clarifies the meaning of "hardened" by exploring Hebrew terms like "Cha-Zak" (to strengthen) and "Kaved" (to make heavy), connecting them to a "weight metaphor." Ultimately, he reflects on Pharaoh's self-perception as an "image-bearer" and the broader "honor battle," contrasting it with Christ's rising to encourage "unburdening the heart."