He Moves Mountains
Judah became His sanctuary, and Israel His dominion..– Psalm 114:7
The journey of the Israelites out of Egypt is one of the most remarkable demonstrations of God’s power and presence. As they stepped out of slavery, they took a bold step of faith into the unknown. Even though they longed to be free, they still had to trust that God would be with them every step of the way. The plagues that preceded their departure weren’t just acts of judgment on Egypt. They were also powerful reminders of God’s protection and assurance that He was more than able to provide for His people in the face of uncertainty. God didn’t just deliver the Israelites; He journeyed with them. In the wilderness, He established His sanctuary among them, demonstrating His deep desire to live with His people in the middle of their trials. He guided them by day, provided for their every need, and created a sacred place where His presence could be with them.
This passage reminds me of God’s immense power. He caused the sea to part, the Jordan River to flee, and mountains to tremble and made rocks give them fresh water. These weren’t random acts; they were tangible displays of His might, meant to reassure His people that He was with them every step of the way.
I remember a season in my life when I felt like I was walking through my own wilderness. I had just lost a job I loved and found myself uncertain about my next steps. Every path forward seemed blocked, and I was overwhelmed with doubt. During that time, I began to truly seek God, not just for answers, but also for His presence.
I realized something profound: God wasn’t just waiting for me at the finish line. He was with me in the struggle, providing for my needs and calming my fears. Even in the times when I wasn’t living right, He still remained faithful as I called on Him. Much like the Israelites in the wilderness, I saw Him guide me through what seemed impossible, opening unexpected doors and giving me strength I didn’t know I had.
What wilderness are you walking through right now? Maybe it’s financial uncertainty, a health battle, or the weight of a broken relationship. Whatever it is, know this: the same God who parted the Red Sea and caused mountains to skip like rams is with you. He isn’t just watching from a distance, He wants to dwell with you in the sanctuary of your heart, right in the middle of your challenges.
Here are some ways to invite His presence into your wilderness:
- Spend intentional time with Him. Just like the Israelites followed the pillar of cloud and fire, let God guide your steps by spending time in prayer and reading His Word daily.
- Remember His past faithfulness. Keep a journal of the ways God has provided for you in the past. It will be a powerful reminder of His faithfulness.
- Trust in His timing. The wilderness may feel long, but God’s timing is always perfect. He’s preparing you for what’s to come.
- Step forward in faith. Just as the Israelites walked toward the Red Sea before it parted, sometimes God asks us to move forward in faith, trusting He’ll make a way. Listen closely to those prompts and ideas that come up from your heart as you are talking with Him.
Today I want to encourage you to take heart and remember that your wilderness is not the end of the story. Just as God demonstrated His power and presence to the Israelites, He will do the same for you. He doesn’t abandon His children, and He certainly won’t abandon you.
This week, take one intentional step to focus on His presence. Whether it’s setting aside time for prayer, surrendering a specific worry to Him, or simply meditating on His promises. Invite Him to dwell with you in your circumstances and remember, the same God who moved mountains for Israel is walking with you today. Trust Him and watch Him do what only He can do.
You are not alone. God is with you, and He will see you through.
Today’s scripture reading: Psalms 114
1 When Israel went out of Egypt, the house of Jacob from a people of strange language,
2 Judah became His sanctuary, and Israel His dominion.
3 The sea saw it and fled; Jordan turned back.
4 The mountains skipped like rams, the little hills like lambs.
5 What ails you, O sea, that you fled? O Jordan, that you turned back?
6 O mountains, that you skipped like rams? O little hills, like lambs?
7 Tremble, O earth, at the presence of the Lord, at the presence of the God of Jacob,
8 Who turned the rock into a pool of water, the flint into a fountain of waters.
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