As I read how the children of Israel continued to multiply and spread out (Exodus 1:12) despite the best efforts of the Egyptians to the contrary, it made me think about a few things. Throughout Scripture, and life in general, we see an undeniable truth repeatedly played out. That is the fact that there is a strong correlation between persecution and perseverance; oppression and strength. Sometimes I think we are too quick to pray for God’s deliverance when it might behoove us to pray for His continued sustenance and provision in the midst of our trials. We sometimes confuse tests and trials. The strongest, purest metals are forged in the hottest fires. The most valuable diamonds result from intense pressures.
Little doubt that the hardships endured by the Hebrew children prepared them for their sojourn in the wilderness on the way to the promised land. May we be ever mindful when we find ourselves in the wilderness of life, perhaps God has a new land He is preparing us to enter as well.
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