When Pharaoh let the people go, God did not lead them on the road through the Philistine country, though that was shorter. For God said, “If they face war, they might change their minds and return to Egypt.” 18So God led the people around by the desert road toward the Red Sea.

“Was it because there were no graves in Egypt that you brought us to the desert to die? What have you done to us by bringing us out of Egypt? 

During the last watch of the night the Lord looked down from the pillar of fire and cloud at the Egyptian army and threw it into confusion. 25He jammed the wheels of their chariots so that they had difficulty driving. And the Egyptians said, “Let’s get away from the Israelites! The Lord is fighting for them against Egypt.”

And when the Israelites saw the mighty hand of the Lord displayed against the Egyptians, the people feared the Lord and put their trust in him and in Moses his servant.

In your unfailing love you will lead the people you have redeemed. In your strength you will guide them to your holy dwelling.

Lord God my Father,

Your way is beyond my understanding, help me to have faith, real faith to follow your plan and see your glory released. Keep me from complaining about what I see as an obstacle for if I move through it I will see your outcome. Lead me and show me how to follow you with trust.

In Jesus name I pray,

Amen