Name: Stephanie Murrow (student)
“The LORD will fight for you; you need only to be still.” (Exodus 14:14)
Reflection:
The Lord had a plan for the Israelites that was probably way beyond the dreams they could ever muster for themselves. I am sure many of them could not see past their enslavement in Egypt. However, God called them out of Egypt to a much bigger future. He was going to take them out of Egypt and make them into a great nation.
For Lent, I have been trying to give up the strong control (I think) I have on my life. Unfortunately, I must confess, that when times get difficult, instead of relying on God to provide for me, often my first reaction is to take care of myself. In my head I believe that God has a plan for me, but there is a deep, dark part of my heart that whispers: “Maybe not this time.” The what if’s get the best of me and cause me to tighten my grip instead of fully surrendering to the one who loves me and cares about me the most. It is exhausting. I cannot do it forever, and I end up falling apart. Maybe you can relate.
As Pharaoh’s army was approaching the Israelites, they understandably feared for their lives. They were doubting God’s plan and wanted to take their fate into their own hands. The Lord told the Israelites to stop trying to fight for themselves. He said, “Let me fight for you! Just be still!” Then he parted the Red Sea.
God is so much better at being in control than we are, and we deny his lordship by trying to take ownership of my own lives. Instead, let us be still and let the Lord fight for us.
Prayer for the Day:
Lord, give me rest and peace. I am exhausted from trying to do it all on my own. Help me be still and give me the courage to allow you to do the fighting for me. I give up my control and surrender to you.
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