week of 12/29

Unit 04  Session 5

GOD 'S MIRACULOUS PRESENCE

EXODUS 17:1-7

 

Key Concept:

Complaining shows our doubts about God's presence.

God is supremely patient. From almost the moment the Israelites left Egypt, they were a faithless people filled with fear. But God's people were called to trust their Almighty God and remember all His faithful deeds and steadfast love. The story of the exodus and its aftermath is not just a story of God's power. It is the story of His presence - a holy, magnificent God condescends to be with fickle, undeserving people. And this Old Testament history foretells the coming of Christ, Who would dwell with His people and make a way for them to escape the bondage of sin.

As you examine Exodus 17:1-7:

✞   Consider that we test the Lord when we complain to others about God.

     

✞   Recognize that God has given us the gift of His presence, which provides us with 

    supernatural strength and help.