What's Ahead

Exodus 3:16-22

The Lord anticipates every problem Moses will face, and provides an answer in advance. He tells Moses what to tell the people, assuring him that the elders of the people will listen to him. They will accompany him to the pharaoh. And although the pharaoh will not let the people go willingly, a mighty hand will force the issue, and people among the Egyptians will actually help them.

God knows for each of us what is ahead, and already has an answer for every problem we will face. And yet our answer to that – if and when we aware of such grace – is more often than not like the answer of Moses that will start tomorrow’s reading.

Prayer:
Lord, help me see every problem and challenge as a means for growth. Remind me of this when I worry about what will become of my kids, or some other loved one. Remind of this when I worry about material provision. Remind of this when I think of possible health issues. Remind us of this when we see a world in turmoil. When will we listen? Through Christ. Amen.