Lesson 6: Through the Red Sea

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Lesson 6: Through the Red Sea

Memory Text:
“And Moses said to the people, ‘Do not be afraid. Stand still, and see the salvation of the Lord, which He will accomplish for you today. For the Egyptians whom you see today, you shall see again no more forever. The Lord will fight for you, and you shall hold your peace’ ” (Exodus 14:13, 14, NKJV).

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Exodus 14:13-14 – Moses commands Israel to witness God’s salvation without fear.
Core Theme: The Red Sea deliverance as a paradigm of divine rescue and a foreshadowing of Christ’s victory over sin.

Key Insights by Day:​

1. Sunday: Pharaoh’s Reluctant Release (Exodus 12:31–36)
   • After the 10th plague, Pharaoh finally releases Israel but requests Moses’ blessing, a hollow gesture revealing his unchanged heart.
   • Divine justice: Israelites claim Egyptian gold/silver as back wages for centuries of slavery (Exodus 3:21–22).
2. Monday: Consecration of Firstborn (Exodus 13:1–15)
   • Firstborn sons/animals are dedicated to God, commemorating their preservation during the plague.
   • Prophecy fulfilled: Points to Christ as God’s "firstborn over all creation" (Colossians 1:15) and the ultimate Passover Lamb (John 1:29).
3. Tuesday: Miracle at the Sea (Exodus 13:17–14:31)
   • Trapped between mountains, the sea, and Pharaoh’s army, Israel panics (Exodus 14:11).
   • Divine intervention:
     • God parts the Red Sea via Moses’ rod (v. 21).
     • Cloud/pillar confounds Egyptians (v. 24).
     • Waters drown the army (v. 28), fulfilling Exodus 14:13–14.
4. Wednesday: Faith in Action (Exodus 14:13–31; Isaiah 41:10, 13)
   • Four faith steps:
     1. Release fear ("Do not be afraid").
     2. Stand firm ("Stand still").
     3. Watch God work ("See the salvation of the Lord").
     4. Trust His fight ("The Lord will fight for you").
5. Thursday: Song of Victory (Exodus 15:1–21; Revelation 15:2–4)
   • Moses and Miriam lead Israel in praise:
     • Celebrates God’s power over enemies (v. 1–10).
     • Anticipates Canaan’s conquest (v. 13–17).
   • Eternal echo: Sung again by the redeemed beside heaven’s "sea of glass" (Revelation 15:3–4).

Final Thoughts (Friday):​

• From Fear to Faith: Crisis drives us to God, but praise (like Moses’ song) fortifies faith for future trials.
• Ultimate Deliverance: The Red Sea prefigures baptism (1 Corinthians 10:1–2) and Christ’s triumph over sin’s "Egypt" through His death/resurrection.
• Call to Trust: When trapped by life’s "Red Seas," remember: God fights for those who yield to Him.

"The same power that split the sea drowns our fears. Stand still—His salvation is nearer than the enemy behind you."