Again, I'm reading from the ESV, which I access on Biblehub.com. There are several versions available to cross reference scriptures, on this site. If you don't have a Bible handy, you can study the scriptures there.
In Exodus 14, we see Pharaoh's heart hardened again, and now he's in pursuit of the Israelites. He took his army and all the chosen chariots, and other chariots, his officers, and their chariots with him. Think he was serious? Even after all he had personally witnessed regarding the power of God, he still exalted himself against the LORD.
(Exodus 14:13-14) And Moses said to the people, "Fear not, stand firm, and see the salvation of the LORD, which he will work for you today. For the Egyptians whom you see today, you shall never see again. The LORD will fight for you, and you have only to be silent." I want to concentrate on these two verses. Jesus told the disciples not to fear many times. (Luke 12:25-32) (Matt. 14:27) (Matt. 10:29-31)
There are also many scriptures that tell us the LORD goes before us to make a way. And He is our rear guard, as well. (Isaiah 52:10-12) (John 10:2-4) (Psalm 78:52-53)
(Proverbs 18:10) tells us "The name of the LORD is a strong tower; the righteous man runs into it and is safe." (2Samuel 22:2-3) (Psalm 18:2) (Psalm 61:3) (Psalm 91:2) (Psalm 144:2)
Spiritually, Egypt represents bondage and affliction. Whenever we're facing some trial or tribulation, find ourselves bound by something (this includes drugs and alcohol, but also, bad habits, even things and people that aren't good for us, to name a few), we need to run into that strong tower and refuge. God's Word is that for us. I can't even recall how many times I've run to that Word, and read those scriptures aloud, until my heart was soothed, calmed, healed, and feeling strong enough to go one more day; one more time. That's what comes to mind when I read what Moses said to the people. "The LORD will fight for you, and you have only to be silent." Speak God's Word into that situation. Let God fight that battle. You just keep on doing what you've been called to do. By that, I mean, if you're recovering from an addiction or illness, keep on recovering. If you fell and messed up, get back up and get back at it. Keep speaking God's Word to those spirits of fear, frustration, guilt, shame, dejection, etc. They can't refute the truth. And, here's the bottom line: "Behold, my servant whom I have chosen, my beloved with whom my soul is well pleased. I will put my Spirit upon him, and he will proclaim justice to the Gentiles." (Matt. 12:15) The gentiles in that, are those addicts, survivors of abuse, or all that other junk, that you will be able to help overcome. There's one more for you: "…and behold, a voice from heaven said, "This is my beloved Son, with whom I am well pleased." Ladies, He says, "Daughter," too!
I hope this will encourage you if you need a little boost in your spirit right now. God always parts the waters for us. God always deals with the enemy for us. Sometimes, it may seem like it's taking forever, but God has perfect timing. So, just hang in there! Your day is coming!
Love you from Café du Mondieu Copyright by Marina Morrison (aka) Eden Stillwater, February 3, 2023, 4:46 p.m.
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