The Shortest Distance Between 2 Points is a Zig-Zag | 4.6.25

A sermon from Exodus 13:17-22

1. Israel was not ready for the straight-line route.
2. God wants to equip us for our battles.
3. What can I count on during the zig-zag?
        a. God is paying attention to you
        b. God’s provision
        c. God’s presence

GOSPEL CONNECTION

The verse, "For we walk by faith, not by sight," (2 Corinthians 5:7) is a key concept in Christian theology, urging believers to trust in God's promises and unseen realities rather than relying solely on what they can see or understand. Our lives are lived by faith and it is by faith we have eternal life. “For by grace you have been saved through faith; and that not of yourselves, it is the gift of God; 9 not as a result of works, so that no one may boast.” (Ephesians 2:8-9)

APPLICATION

What specific step(s) will you take this week to demonstrate trust in God’s leading in your daily life?

MEMORY VERSE

“Be strong and courageous, do not be afraid or tremble at them, for the Lord your God is the one who goes with you. He will not fail you or forsake you.” (Deuteronomy 31:6)