Passage
Exodus 15:1-21 (ESV)
Israel Worshiped in Vain
Hosea 8:1-14
Key Verse: 8:1
Songs of Thanksgiving and Praise
Date: Nov. 6, 2015
Daily Bread
Key Verse: 15:2
The LORD is my strength and my song,
and he has become my salvation;
this is my God, and I will praise him,
my father’s God, and I will exalt him.
First, thank and praise God for who he is (1-19). The people were giving God thanksgiving and praise, not just because of the things he did, but for who he is. There are 22 statements about God and who he is and also what he does. God is highly exalted, majestic, great, and reigns as Lord and God. He has holy anger to those who oppose him. He is strong, a Savior and controls nature. God is a personal God who brings salvation. He has unfailing love and defends his people. He brings his people to where they cannot bring themselves.
Second don't hold back praising the Lord (20-21). The people responded in thanksgiving and praise, expressing this in singing, dancing, and playing musical instruments. This praise was led by Miriam and the women who sang and danced with all of their hearts. God's grace of deliverance is so abundant and overwhelming. Our cup overflows. We need to thank and praise God without reservation.
Prayer: Lord, you delivered us and keep delivering us. You are our strength and song. You are my salvation. We thank and praise you with our whole hearts.
One Word: Celebrate the Lord with all of our hearts
