" Moses spoke to the people: "Don't be afraid. Stand firm and watch God do his work of salvation for you today. Take a good look at the Egyptians today for you're never going to see them again. God will fight the battle for you." Exodus 14:13-14a (The Message)
I've found that the situation the Israelites faced is really no different than any moment preceding a significant breakthrough. When God is at the precipice of doing something great in us, He does one final check to see where your trust is in the crucible.
He knows the path of deliverance lies in a path you couldn't even imagine (the Red Sea), and He looks for you to maintain your steely resolve in looking at your tormentor in the face, and trust that He will do what He said He will do. All the pain, all the anguish, all the restless nights take a hard look and realize... this enemy you will never see again FOREVER.
I don't know if many people realize this or not, but The Egyptians throughout the bible never again were enemies of the Israelites. In fact, later on they would be allies of the Israeli Kings, and Egypt wound up being a safe house for Jesus when his parents fled the wrath of Herod. God's deliverance is absolute as is His will to bring you through whatever situation you're facing. In the face of adversity don't be afraid. Stand firm and watch God take control of an impossible situation
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