🌊Panic to Peace

The Secret of the Parted Sea

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June 17, 2024

Hey Awesome Friend!

Ready for a little boost of inspiration to kickstart your day?

Let's dive into this scripture:

"21 Then Moses stretched out his hand over the sea, and all that night the Lord drove the sea back with a strong east wind and turned it into dry land. The waters were divided, 22 and the Israelites went through the sea on dry ground, with a wall of water on their right and on their left.

23 The Egyptians pursued them, and all Pharaoh’s horses and chariots and horsemen followed them into the sea. 24 During the last watch of the night the Lord looked down from the pillar of fire and cloud at the Egyptian army and threw it into confusion.

25 He jammed the wheels of their chariots so that they had difficulty driving. And the Egyptians said, “Let’s get away from the Israelites! The Lord is fighting for them against Egypt.” 26 Then the Lord said to Moses, “Stretch out your hand over the sea so that the waters may flow back over the Egyptians and their chariots and horsemen.”

27 Moses stretched out his hand over the sea, and at daybreak the sea went back to its place. The Egyptians were fleeing toward it, and the Lord swept them into the sea. 28 The water flowed back and covered the chariots and horsemen—the entire army of Pharaoh that had followed the Israelites into the sea. Not one of them survived.

Exodus 14:21-28

Insights:

Picture this awesome friend: Moses, standing at the edge of the Red Sea, probably thinking, "What now, God?" The Egyptian army is closing in, and the Israelites are freaking out.

But God’s got a surprise up His sleeve. With a wave of Moses' hand (and a strong east wind), God parts the sea - epic rescue!

Reflection:

Let's be real. We all have those "Red Sea moments" where we're stuck between a rock and a hard place. Maybe it’s a health issue, a problematic relationship, or a tough job. It’s easy to panic, right?

But here's the kicker: God’s power shows up big-time in these moments. The same God who parted the sea for Moses is the same God who’s got your back today. 

Challenge:

So, where's the fulfillment in all this?

Well, it's tempting to think we can handle things on our own, isn’t it?

But this story isn’t about Moses being a superhuman


It’s about God showing up when Moses admitted he needed help. Are there areas in your life where you’re trying to play the hero instead of letting God take the lead?

Application:

Alright, here’s the game plan. Next time you hit a "Red Sea moment," remember to stop, take a breath, and stretch out your hand (figuratively, of course).

Trust that God’s got a plan, even if you can’t see it yet. Humility isn’t about thinking less of yourself; it’s about thinking of yourself less and leaning more on God.

Reflection Questions:

  1. What "Red Sea moments" are you facing right now?

  2. How can you step aside and let God take control in these situations?

  3. What practical steps can you take to remind yourself of God’s power and presence?

Feel free to discuss with a friend.

Prayer:

Lord, thank you for being the God who parts seas and makes a way when there seems to be none. Help me to trust in your power and to rely on you in every situation. Teach me to step aside and let you lead, knowing that your plans are always better than mine. Amen.

So, there you go! Next time life feels like it’s closing in, remember Moses, the Red Sea, and the God who’s in the business of making a way. Trust, breathe, and let God do His thing.

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Good thing Moses didn't have Google to search how to part the Red Sea.

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