From Bad to Worse

Scripture: Exodus 5:1-21 - Bricks Without Straw

The Confrontations:

1. Moses vs. Pharoah
   • Pharaoh takes away their supplies.
2. Pharoah vs. the Israelites
   • Pharoah beats and punishes them.
3. the Israelites vs. Moses
   • The Israelites turns against Moses.

Each event subsequently gets worse! However, Moses turns to God right away, instead of seeing Him as our last option.

1. Realize that you are not out of God's will.
   • God has a plan for you.
2. Recognize your wishes may not be aligned with God's timing.
   • God will know the best time to reveal Himself to us.
3. Reflect on which way you want to run.
   • Do we want to resolve our issues on our own or look to God for strength?
4. Remember that God's sovereignty guarantees a bright future.
   • “He is no fool who gives what he cannot keep to gain what he cannot lose.”
   • We have guaranteed refuge in our Lord.

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