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Then the Egyptians—all of Pharaoh’s horses, chariots, and charioteers—chased them into the middle of the sea. But just before dawn the Lord looked down on the Egyptian army from the pillar of fire and cloud, and he threw their forces into total confusion. He twisted their chariot wheels, making their chariots difficult to drive. “Let’s get out of here—away from these Israelites!” the Egyptians shouted. “The Lord is fighting for them against Egypt!”
When all the Israelites had reached the other side, the Lord said to Moses, “Raise your hand over the sea again. Then the waters will rush back and cover the Egyptians and their chariots and charioteers.” So as the sun began to rise, Moses raised his hand over the sea, and the water rushed back into its usual place. The Egyptians tried to escape, but the Lord swept them into the sea. Then the waters returned and covered all the chariots and charioteers—the entire army of Pharaoh. Of all the Egyptians who had chased the Israelites into the sea, not a single one survived.But the people of Israel had walked through the middle of the sea on dry ground, as the water stood up like a wall on both sides.
That is how the Lord rescued Israel from the hand of the Egyptians that day. And the Israelites saw the bodies of the Egyptians washed up on the seashore. When the people of Israel saw the mighty power that the Lord had unleashed against the Egyptians, they were filled with awe before him. They put their faith in the Lord and in his servant Moses. —Exodus 14:23–31 (NLT)
Israel Gained Trust
Discipleship is a virtually endless cycle, but in the process we become skilled Christians. Good people become growing disciples, and little faith grows into great faith. —Robert Morgan, The Red Sea Rules
What Has Challenged You?
Crisis Isn’t the Problem
“Dear woman,” Jesus said to her, “your faith is great. Your request is granted.” And her daughter was instantly healed. —Matthew 15:28 (NLT)
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Go Beyond the Sermon…
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Questions to Ponder:
Exodus 14:31 says the Israelites feared the Lord and put their trust in Him. What does it mean to fear the Lord, and what do you think is the relationship between fear and faith?
Based on 2 Corinthians 1:8–9, what’s one of the reasons God allows trials in our lives?
What are you learning about God—who is the object of your faith—as you study Exodus 14, read The Red Sea Rules, and think through your own situation?
What steps can you take today to strengthen your faith in light of Red Sea Rule #9?
Robert J. Morgan. The Red Sea Rules Thomas Nelson. Kindle Edition.