How can we apply the lesson of divine intervention in our daily lives? Setting the Scene Joshua gathers Israel at Shechem and retells the nation’s story. Joshua 24:7 focuses on the Red Sea moment, the defining example of God stepping in when His people were helpless. Key Observation from Joshua 24:7 “But when they cried out to the LORD, He put darkness between you and the Egyptians and brought the sea over them to cover them; and your own eyes saw what I did to Egypt. After that you lived in the wilderness for a long time.” Timeless Truths about Divine Intervention • God intervenes in response to the cries of His people. • He is both Protector (“darkness between you and the Egyptians”) and Deliverer (“brought the sea over them”). • Divine intervention is meant to be witnessed and remembered (“your own eyes saw”). • Past rescues become the foundation for present faith during “wilderness” stretches. Daily Life Applications • Cry Out First: Replace self-reliance with prayerful dependence at the first sign of trouble. • Expect God to Act: Approach each challenge believing the same God who split the sea is still active. • Look for the “Darkness” Moments: Notice unexpected delays, detours, or dead ends that God may be using to shield you. • Record the Rescue: Keep a journal of answered prayers so future trials meet strengthened faith. • Live Gratefully in the Wilderness: While waiting for the next breakthrough, thank God for the last one. Companion Scriptures to Deepen the Lesson • Exodus 14:13–14 – “The LORD will fight for you; you need only to be still.” • Psalm 34:17 – “The righteous cry out, and the LORD hears; He delivers them from all their troubles.” • Romans 8:28 – God orchestrates every circumstance for believers’ good. • Hebrews 13:8 – The unchanging character of Jesus guarantees ongoing intervention. • Ephesians 3:20 – He is able to do “so much more than all we ask or imagine.” • 1 Peter 5:7 – Cast every care on Him because He cares. Practical Steps for Cultivating Expectancy 1. Start each day by surrendering specific concerns to the Lord. 2. Meditate on past deliverances in Scripture and in your own life. 3. Speak faith aloud—replace “What if?” with “God can.” 4. Celebrate small providences; they train the heart to spot larger ones. 5. Share testimonies of God’s intervention to encourage others and reinforce your own confidence. Closing Encouragement The sea-parting God of Joshua 24:7 has not changed. Trust His timing, watch for His hand, and let every rescue fuel a lifestyle of confident reliance on His faithful intervention. |
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