But Moses told the people, "Do not be afraid. Stand firm and you will see the LORD's salvation, which He will accomplish for you today; for the Egyptians you see today, you will never see again. But Moses told the peopleThis phrase introduces Moses as the leader and prophet, chosen by God to guide the Israelites. Moses, whose name in Hebrew is "Moshe," meaning "drawn out," signifies his role in drawing the Israelites out of Egypt. Historically, Moses is a central figure in the Exodus narrative, representing God's chosen instrument to deliver His people. His leadership is pivotal at this moment of crisis, as he communicates God's message to the Israelites. Do not be afraid
The Hebrew phrase "אַל־תִּירָאוּ" (al-tira'u) is a common biblical exhortation, often used to reassure God's people in times of fear or uncertainty. This command is not merely a suggestion but a divine imperative, encouraging trust in God's power and presence. In the historical context, the Israelites faced the daunting Egyptian army, and this command was meant to shift their focus from fear to faith. Stand firm
The Hebrew word "הִתְיַצְּבוּ" (hityatzvu) implies taking a position of steadfastness and resolve. It suggests a posture of faith and confidence in God's deliverance. In the scriptural context, standing firm is an act of spiritual resistance against doubt and fear, emphasizing the need for the Israelites to trust in God's promise of salvation. and you will see the LORD’s salvation
The term "salvation" in Hebrew is "יְשׁוּעַת" (yeshuat), which is closely related to the name Yeshua (Jesus), meaning "the LORD saves." This phrase foreshadows the ultimate salvation through Christ. In the immediate context, it refers to the miraculous deliverance from the Egyptians. Theologically, it underscores God's role as the Savior and Redeemer of His people. which He will accomplish for you today
The phrase highlights God's active role in the deliverance of His people. The Hebrew verb "יַעֲשֶׂה" (ya'aseh) means "to do" or "to make," indicating that God Himself will bring about their salvation. This assurance of divine intervention is a central theme in the Exodus narrative, emphasizing God's sovereignty and faithfulness. for the Egyptians you see today
The Egyptians, representing oppression and bondage, are a formidable force against the Israelites. Historically, Egypt was a powerful empire, and their pursuit of the Israelites symbolizes the struggle between God's people and worldly powers. This phrase sets the stage for God's miraculous intervention, demonstrating His supremacy over earthly powers. you will never see again
This promise of permanent deliverance is a powerful assurance to the Israelites. The Hebrew phrase "לֹא־תֹסִפוּ לִרְאוֹתָם" (lo-tosifu lir'otam) indicates a complete and final separation from their oppressors. It signifies not only physical deliverance but also spiritual liberation from fear and bondage, pointing to the ultimate freedom found in God's salvation. Persons / Places / Events 1. MosesThe leader of the Israelites, chosen by God to lead His people out of Egyptian bondage. Moses is a central figure in the Exodus account, acting as a mediator between God and the Israelites. 2. The IsraelitesThe descendants of Jacob, who were enslaved in Egypt. They are the recipients of God's promise of deliverance and are the ones being addressed by Moses in this passage. 3. The EgyptiansThe oppressors of the Israelites, led by Pharaoh. They pursued the Israelites as they fled Egypt, leading to the miraculous events at the Red Sea. 4. The Red SeaThe body of water that the Israelites crossed on dry ground, which God parted to deliver them from the Egyptians. 5. The LORD (Yahweh)The covenant God of Israel, who demonstrates His power and faithfulness by delivering His people from slavery. Teaching Points Trust in God's DeliveranceJust as the Israelites were called to trust in God's power to save them, we are called to trust in God's ability to deliver us from our own trials and challenges. Overcoming Fear with FaithMoses' command to "not be afraid" is a reminder that faith in God can overcome fear, even in seemingly impossible situations. Standing Firm in FaithThe instruction to "stand firm" encourages believers to remain steadfast in their faith, trusting that God will act on their behalf. Witnessing God's SalvationThe promise that the Israelites would see the LORD's salvation invites us to be attentive to how God is working in our lives and the world around us. The Finality of God's DeliveranceThe assurance that the Egyptians would never be seen again speaks to the completeness of God's deliverance, reminding us that when God acts, He does so fully and finally. Bible Study Questions 1. How does Moses' command to "stand firm" challenge you in your current life circumstances? 2. In what ways can you apply the principle of overcoming fear with faith in your daily walk with God? 3. How does the account of the Red Sea crossing encourage you to trust in God's power and timing? 4. Can you identify a situation in your life where you have witnessed God's salvation? How did it impact your faith? 5. How do the themes of deliverance and faith in Exodus 14:13 connect with other biblical accounts of God's intervention? Connections to Other Scriptures Psalm 46:10This verse echoes the call to "be still" and trust in God's deliverance, similar to Moses' command to "stand firm" and witness God's salvation. Isaiah 41:10This passage reassures believers of God's presence and strength, paralleling the encouragement Moses gives to the Israelites not to fear. 2 Chronicles 20:17In this account, the Israelites are again told to stand firm and witness God's deliverance, highlighting a recurring theme of divine intervention. Hebrews 11:29This New Testament reference to the crossing of the Red Sea underscores the faith required to trust in God's deliverance. People Egyptians, Israelites, Moses, Pharaoh, ZephonPlaces Baal-zephon, Egypt, Etham, Migdol, Pi-hahiroth, Red SeaTopics Accomplish, Add, Afraid, Age, Bring, Deliverance, Egyptians, Fear, Firm, Forever, Salvation, Stand, Station, To-day, Whereas, YourselvesDictionary of Bible Themes Exodus 14:13 5184 standing
6634 deliverance
8754 fear Exodus 14:10-15 5884 indecision Exodus 14:10-31 4819 dryness Exodus 14:13-14 1320 God, as Saviour
8215 confidence, results Exodus 14:13-18 5103 Moses, significance Library A Path in the Sea
'And the angel of God, which went before the camp of Israel, removed and went behind them; and the pillar of the cloud went from before their face, and stood behind them: 20. And it came between the camp of the Egyptians and the camp of Israel; and it was a cloud and darkness to them, but it gave light by night to these: so that the one came not near the other all the night. 21. And Moses stretched out his hand over the sea; and the Lord caused the sea to go back by a strong east wind all that night, …
Alexander Maclaren—Expositions of Holy ScriptureEntangled in the Land
"For Pharaoh will say of the children of Israel, They are entangled in the land, the wilderness hath shut them in."--Exodus 14:3. ISRAEL WAS CLEAN escaped from Egypt. Not a hoof of their cattle was left behind; nor foot of child or aged man remained in the house of bondage. But though they were gone, they were not forgotten by the tyrant who had enslaved them. They had been a very useful body of workers; for they had built treasure cities and storehouses for Pharaoh. Compelled to work without wages, …
Charles Haddon Spurgeon—Spurgeon's Sermons Volume 37: 1891 Epistle Lxiii. To Brunichild, Queen of the Franks.
To Brunichild, Queen of the Franks. Gregory to Brunichild, &c. What good gifts have been conferred on you from above, and with what piety heavenly grace has filled you, this, among all the other proofs of your merits, intimates evidently to all that you both govern the savage hearts of barbarians with the skill of prudent counsel, and (what is still more to your praise), adorn your royal power with wisdom. And since, as you are above many nations in both these respects, so also you excel them in …
Saint Gregory the Great—the Epistles of Saint Gregory the Great They who have not Been Promoted to that Office. ...
They who have not been promoted [to that office] by the bishop, ought not to adjure, either in churches or in private houses. Notes. Ancient Epitome of Canon XXVI. No one shall adjure without the bishop's promotion to that office. Balsamon. Some were in the habit of "adjuring," that is catechising the unbelievers, who had never received the imposition of the bishop's hands for that purpose; and when they were accused of doing so, contended that as they did not do it in church but only at home, they …
Philip Schaff—The Seven Ecumenical Councils The Personality of Power.
A Personally Conducted Journey. Everyone enjoys the pleasure of travel; but nearly all shrink back from its tiresomeness and drudgery. The transportation companies are constantly scheming to overcome this disagreeable side for both pleasure and business travel. One of the popular ways of pleasure travel of late is by means of personally conducted tours. A party is formed, often by the railroad company, and is accompanied by a special agent to attend to all the business matters of the trip. A variation …
S.D. Gordon—Quiet Talks on Power The Faults Committed in this Degree --Distractions, Temptations --The Course to be Pursued Respecting Them.
As soon as we fall into a fault, or have wandered, we must turn again within ourselves; because this fault having turned us from God, we should as soon as possible turn towards Him, and suffer the penitence which He Himself will give. It is of great importance that we should not be anxious about these faults, because the anxiety only springs from a secret pride and a love of our own excellence. We are troubled at feeling what we are. If we become discouraged, we shall grow weaker yet; and reflection …
Jeanne Marie Bouvières—A Short Method Of Prayer And Spiritual Torrents Answer to Mr. W's Sixth Objection.
6. and lastly, Let us consider the intrinsick absurdities, and incredibilities of the several stories of these three miracles, p. 36.--As to Jairus's daughter, and her resurrection from the dead, St. Hilary [13] hints, that there was no such person as Jairus;--and he gives this reason, and a good reason it is, why he thought so, because it is elsewhere intimated in the gospel that none of the rulers of the synagogues confessedly believ'd on Jesus, John vii. 48. and xii. 42. St. John's words in the …
Nathaniel Lardner—A Vindication of Three of Our Blessed Saviour's Miracles The Hardening in the Sacred Scripture.
"He hath hardened their heart."-- John xii. 40. The Scripture teaches positively that the hardening and "darkening of their foolish heart" is a divine, intentional act. This is plainly evident from God's charge to Moses concerning the king of Egypt: "Thou shalt speak all that I command thee; and I will harden Pharaoh's heart, and multiply My signs and wonders in the land of Egypt. But Pharaoh shall not harken unto you, and I will lay My hand upon Egypt, and the Egyptians shall know that I am the …
Abraham Kuyper—The Work of the Holy Spirit Blessed are they that Mourn
Blessed are they that mourn. Matthew 5:4 Here are eight steps leading to true blessedness. They may be compared to Jacob's Ladder, the top whereof reached to heaven. We have already gone over one step, and now let us proceed to the second: Blessed are they that mourn'. We must go through the valley of tears to paradise. Mourning were a sad and unpleasant subject to treat on, were it not that it has blessedness going before, and comfort coming after. Mourning is put here for repentance. It implies …
Thomas Watson—The Beatitudes: An Exposition of Matthew 5:1-12 Epistle iv. To Cyriacus, Bishop.
To Cyriacus, Bishop. Gregory to Cyriacus, Bishop of Constantinople. We have received with becoming charity our common sons, George the presbyter and Theodore your deacon; and we rejoice that you have passed from the care of ecclesiastical business to the government of souls, since, according to the voice of the Truth, He that is faithful in a little will be faithful also in much (Luke xvi. 10). And to the servant who administers well it is said, Because thou hast been faithful over a few things, …
Saint Gregory the Great—the Epistles of Saint Gregory the Great The Sovereignty of God in Reprobation
"Behold therefore the goodness and severity of God" (Rom. 11:22). In the last chapter when treating of the Sovereignty of God the Father in Salvation, we examined seven passages which represent Him as making a choice from among the children of men, and predestinating certain ones to be conformed to the image of His Son. The thoughtful reader will naturally ask, And what of those who were not "ordained to eternal life?" The answer which is usually returned to this question, even by those who profess …
Arthur W. Pink—The Sovereignty of God Of the Necessity of Divine Influences to Produce Regeneration in the Soul.
Titus iii. 5, 6. Titus iii. 5, 6. Not by works of righteousness, which we have done, but according to his mercy he saved us, by the washing of regeneration, and renewing of the Holy Ghost; which he shed on us abundantly, through Jesus Christ our Saviour. IF my business were to explain and illustrate this scripture at large, it would yield an ample field for accurate criticism and useful discourse, and more especially would lead us into a variety of practical remarks, on which it would be pleasant …
Philip Doddridge—Practical Discourses on Regeneration Exodus
The book of Exodus--so named in the Greek version from the march of Israel out of Egypt--opens upon a scene of oppression very different from the prosperity and triumph in which Genesis had closed. Israel is being cruelly crushed by the new dynasty which has arisen in Egypt (i.) and the story of the book is the story of her redemption. Ultimately it is Israel's God that is her redeemer, but He operates largely by human means; and the first step is the preparation of a deliverer, Moses, whose parentage, …
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