The Lord went ahead of them. He guided them during the day with a pillar of cloud, and he provided light at night with a pillar of fire. This allowed them to travel by day or by night.

I have planned this in order to display my glory through Pharaoh and his whole army. After this the Egyptians will know that I am the Lord!” So the Israelites camped there as they were told.

‘Leave us alone! Let us be slaves to the Egyptians. It’s better to be a slave in Egypt than a corpse in the wilderness!’”

The Lord himself will fight for you. Just stay calm.”

Lord God my Father,

Guide me and keep me close. Protect my thoughts and bring your peace to overwhelm my struggles. Help me to not focus on the struggle, but to look for the growth you want me to experience. Help me to trust in your desire to fight for me. Allow me to rest.

In Jesus name I pray,

Amen