Day 6: Come and Stand Firm

Come Before Him in Worship: As you come into God’s presence today, take a moment to picture God as a shield about you. Say to him, “Lord, Thank You that You are my defender! I do not need to fight for myself.” Believe and thank him that he desires for you to trust him and not be afraid of the great battles on every side because he is willing and able to deliver!

Reflect: The Israelites in these verses had just been delivered from Egypt and were directed by God to encamp against the sea. God knew this would entice the Egyptians to come after them and planned to use it to gain the final victory over Pharaoh and the Egyptians. In doing this, he would bring glory to his name and the Egyptians (and the Israelites) would have no doubt he is the Lord. Our battles may not be against armies but they are still hard! They include sin and unbelief as we have talked about this week. But they also include hard circumstances like the death of loved ones, job issues, and financial woes. We also fight internal battles of loneliness, fears, insecurities, and disappointments. But just like the Israelites battle, if the Lord leads us into trials, He will, himself, make the way to bring us out again. Be comforted and confident that as we stand firm in trust, He will come for us in deliverance. And in so doing, we will recognize that the trials he brings are also the instruments he uses to accomplish his purposes in and around us for our good and his glory!

Respond in Prayer: Father, are there any battles I am trying to fight without you? What makes it hard for me to let go and trust you completely?

Cause me to know your heart Lord. I desire to let go, but sometimes I don’t know how. Move me into the joy of surrendering all to you. I know that you are trustworthy. Thank you for being the Keeper of my life and Defender of my heart.