How can we trust God in our "dry ground" moments today? Our Verse for Today “Then Moses stretched out his hand over the sea, and all that night the LORD drove back the sea with a strong east wind and turned it into dry land. So the waters were divided, and the Israelites went through the sea on dry ground, with walls of water on their right and on their left.” Setting the Scene • Israel is hemmed in—Pharaoh behind, Red Sea ahead. • God commands, Moses obeys, the sea parts. • The narrative is factual history, demonstrating the Lord’s power and covenant faithfulness. Why “Dry Ground” Matters • It shows deliverance that is unmistakably God’s doing (Isaiah 43:16). • It proves the Lord rules over creation (Psalm 77:19). • It invites His people to walk forward in total dependence. Trust Lessons for Today’s Dry Ground Moments 1. God Already Has the Way Planned • “The LORD will fight for you; you need only to be still” (Exodus 14:14). • Before you see a path, He has charted one (Proverbs 3:5-6). 2. Move When He Says Move • Israel had to step between towering walls of water. • Faith is active—obedience unlocks the miracle (James 2:17). 3. Remember Past Faithfulness • Joshua’s generation crossed the Jordan “on dry ground” as well (Joshua 3:17). • Rehearsing God’s track record fuels present trust (Psalm 103:2). 4. Fix Eyes on the Lord, Not the Threat • Israel walked “with walls of water” beside them—danger present, but contained by God. • Colossians 3:2: set minds on things above, not the swirling circumstances. 5. Expect God’s Glory to Emerge • The Red Sea rescue ended with enemies defeated and God exalted (Exodus 14:30-31). • Trials become platforms for His renown (Romans 8:28; 2 Corinthians 4:15). 6. Carry the Testimony Forward • Moses’ song in Exodus 15 sealed the memory. • Share your story; it strengthens others in their own “dry ground” seasons (Revelation 12:11). Practical Steps for Walking Your Dry Ground • Meditate daily on a promise that speaks to your situation (Psalm 119:105). • Speak aloud what God has done—gratitude silences fear (Philippians 4:6-7). • Surround yourself with believers who remind you of truth (Hebrews 10:24-25). • Take the next right step, even if the sea is still a wall on either side (2 Corinthians 5:7). Closing Reflection The same Lord who carved a path through the sea still leads His people today. Dry ground moments are invitations to trust the God who never fails and never changes (Hebrews 13:8). |
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