Passage
Exodus 15:22-27 (ESV)
Do Not Rejoice Israel
Hosea 9:1-17
Key Verse: 9:17
God Listens, Heals and Blesses
Date: Nov. 7, 2015
Daily Bread
Key Verse: 15:26
First, God understands and shows the way (22-25a). The people found no water and they grumbled. They didn't come to God in trust and thanksgiving. They didn't pray nor seek God's guidance. The people were not spiritually mature. But God saw their suffering and heard Moses' prayer. God showed Moses what to do. The water was purified and the people were quenched.
Second, listen to God, be saved and healed (25-27b). God put before his people, a choice. If they rebelled, they could expect what came upon the Egyptians. But if they humbly submitted, they would be healed and established as a holy nation. Obedience to the word of God is imperative. The people didn't know it, but the next stop was Elim, where abundant water flowed. God's abundant blessings are just around the corner for those who trust and obey the Lord.
Prayer: Lord, thank you for listening to all my grumbling and helping me to pass the spiritual test by your grace.
One Word: God's blessing is just around the corner
