Staring at Waves

But Moses answered, “Don’t be afraid! Be brave, and you will see the Lord save you today. These Egyptians will never bother you again. The Lord will fight for you, and you won’t have to do a thing.”

Exodus 14:13–14 (CEV)

Ever feel like you’re stuck in the middle of a big sea? Is there something you have to get through, but all you see are big waves keeping you down? Maybe figuring out who you are, or algebra? Are you starting to lose hope?

That’s where the Israelites found themselves. God’s people had just been miraculously set free from slavery to Egyptian rule. People who had never known freedom were unchained and given supplies and gifts. They praised God in the open land!

But when they camped beside the sea, the Egyptian army came to capture them again. Racing horses, fast chariots, and angry men thundered toward the babies, grandparents, and families. There was nowhere to run for safety, nowhere to hide.

And that’s when God did a miracle!

As Moses could find no way through, he turned to God. The Lord promised to fight for them. God told them to step forward towards the churning waves of the sea—in faith. And God parted the waters and made a safe, dry road for them to walk to safety and freedom.

So, what do you have to get through? Is God telling you to be brave and step forward? You can step out knowing that God will always make a way for you. He is for you!

SPIRITUAL FITNESS TRAINING

Copy today’s Scripture passage in a journal or on some paper and pray about what the words mean and what God is telling you through them.

PRAY

God, I don’t see any way around this sea of mine, and it feels like an army is coming. Please make a way for me!

KEEP IT GOING

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Exodus 14:24–25

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John 10:10

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