25.18: Exodus 15-17: The People Complain but God Provides: Miracles in the Desert

Every summer — it never fails — some stupid  hikers will go hiking on the toughest mountains in the Phoenix Valley,  in 100 degree heat, with not enough water. They get into trouble and  need to be rescued. Our local firefighters are trained specifically on  mountain rescues. We have a stupid driver law for drivers that cross  flooded roads and their vehicles go floating, needing to be rescued.  There should be a stupid hiker law, too. They should pay for the rescue  or be fined. In today’s passages, we have the Israelites in the desert and there’s  no water. It’s not like they forgot to bring it. They were fleeing  captivity. However, they did lack something — trust in God. Let’s dig  in… Keep reading in my blog where there are links to dig deeper and watch the special music videos at the bottom…. Jesus said, “Anyone with ears to hear must listen to the Spirit and understand what he is saying to the churches.” ~ ‭‭Revelation‬ ‭3:22‬ ‭NLT‬‬ - This phrase is repeated 14 times in scripture. Kind of gives the idea that God wants us to pay attention.  If you want to reap all the benefits of salvation including the 1-way, non-stop ticket to Heaven then… Believe. Repent. Be Baptized. Receive the Holy Spirit.  Pray this prayer humbly and wholeheartedly… “Dear Lord Jesus, I know I am a sinner. I believe You died for my sins. Please forgive me. Right now, I turn from my sins and open the door of my heart and my life to you. I confess You as my personal Lord and Savior. I surrender my whole life to you and I will follow you for the rest of my life. Thank You, Jesus, for saving me. In Jesus' name, Amen.” Jesus didn’t die so we could have religion! He died so He could have a Relationship with YOU!  This is a daily podcast, published each evening.  Hit the subscribe button so can get to know God.   And please share this with your friends. Soli Deo Gloria — To God Alone Be the Glory!