Thankfulness for all things…
Exodus 15:10
10 Thou didst blow with thy wind, the sea covered them:
They sank as lead in the mighty waters.[1]
Thankfulness is not natural but it is able to be nurtured in a person isn’t it? The Children of Israel were just led from four hundred years of captivity and they were hardly considered grateful to Moses when they saw the trial of their enemies behind them and the Jordan River in front of them. Really, can you blame them? They had been living by sight and now Moses was leading by faith, a huge step depending on God, the Deliverer. You know how it turned out, God performed a miracle and the river stopped with the wind of the Lord drying the very river bed and the people of Israel walked into safety on dry land while the following Egyptian armies were drowned when they attempted to follow His called.
1. Never doubt the Lord, trust His Word-Depend on God!
2. Always look to the Lord, even when the enemy is chasing and there are obstructions in front of you-Focus on God!
3. Put your confidence in the Almighty God as He knows the past, present and future-Trust God!
4. Walk the path God makes, His “Trip Ticket” is an exciting adventure-Anticipate Great Things!
5. Remember God has seen you through other trials (Ten Plaques were fresh on Israel’s mind)-He is able!
6. Continue praying for those Who He has called and are faithful as He is in control-God equips!
7. Expect great things from God, as He desires to be glorified through His children-Praise God!
Here is my challenge for you: share one thing you are thankful about the Lord to someone each day in November. I have listed seven truths from the passage what can you add?
Thankful for the Lord,
Pastor Jackson