2021 Daily Devotion - Day 460

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Exodus 14:6-7
“So he made ready his chariot and took his army with him, and took six hundred chosen chariots and all the other chariots of Egypt with officers over all of them.”

Pressured by the results of the plagues, Pharaoh finally agreed to give the Israelites their freedom. Then, he changed his mind. He was so serious that he pursued them with a mighty army, including hundreds of “select chariots.” The size and firepower of that force filled the Israelites with fear. They must have felt overwhelmed! Trapped, they had no other choice but to depend on God, who parted the Red Sea to provide a safe escape.

We all know what it is like to feel overwhelmed, especially with a pandemic that has threatened the world, creating chaos in many of our lives. Like the Israelites, we may feel vulnerable, inadequate, and hopeless. It is easy to be discouraged or filled with despair. But these are moments to turn to God, cry out for His wisdom, stand on His Word, believe His promises, and trust Him to provide everything we need.

The Bible teaches that He is the God of miracles. He may allow us to experience seemingly impossible situations, so we learn to depend on Him and not on ourselves. No matter what you face today, don’t allow fear or doubt to cripple you. Commit the situations you face to God. He is on your side. With His help, you can be victorious in any situation.

Pray with me:
Father, I depend on You. Please guide me when I lose my way and get overwhelmed. I know You are there. You said You would be with me always. Thank You for Your grace and mercy. Thank You for bringing me peace and victory. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Pam Nelson
Mount of Olives Church Sunday Adult Education Instructor & Choir Member
Mount of Olives Church
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