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Exodus 13:18 · KJV

"But God led the people about, through the way of the wilderness of the Red sea: and the children of Israel went up harnessed out of the land of Egypt."

King James Version

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Passage Context

16And it shall be for a token upon thine hand, and for frontlets between thine eyes: for by strength of hand the LORD brought us forth out of Egypt.
17And it came to pass, when Pharaoh had let the people go, that God led them not through the way of the land of the Philistines, although that was near; for God said, Lest peradventure the people repent when they see war, and they return to Egypt:
18But God led the people about, through the way of the wilderness of the Red sea: and the children of Israel went up harnessed out of the land of Egypt.
19And Moses took the bones of Joseph with him: for he had straitly sworn the children of Israel, saying, God will surely visit you; and ye shall carry up my bones away hence with you.
20And they took their journey from Succoth, and encamped in Etham, in the edge of the wilderness.

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Reflection Questions

1

How do you respond to God's guidance in your life?

2

What does it mean for you to trust God's direction?

3

When have you felt lost but found your way through faith?

Life Application

faith

Trust God's guidance in uncertain situations.

work

Seek God's direction in your career decisions.

Places in This Verse

Red Sea(Red Sea today)

The Red Sea is a seawater inlet of the Indian Ocean, lying between Africa and Asia. It was the site of the miraculous crossing of the Israelites.

Connection to Jesus

divine attribute

God's guidance of the Israelites through the wilderness reflects His continual guidance of believers today.

See also: John 10:3-4

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