Going Back to Egypt
Posted by Dion Todd August 7th, 2024 1,285 Views 27 Comments
Why does Yahweh bring us to this land, to fall by the sword? Our wives and our little ones will be captured or killed! Wouldn't it be better for us to return into Egypt?" They said to one another, "Let's choose a leader, and let's return into Egypt." Numbers 14:3–4 WEB.
When the Israelites approached the land God had promised them, they stopped, and Moses sent out twelve spies to survey it. When the spies returned, all but Caleb and Joshua spoke of giants who lived in fortresses. They felt like grasshoppers compared to the inhabitants and believed there was no way they could defeat them. The Israelites were petrified with fear. They decided to stone Moses, choose another leader, and return to Egypt.
Yet God had not changed His mind. His promise still stood firm. He had brought them this far, and He would take them the rest of the way if they would have only stayed the course. It was the people's minds that had changed. They had lost their faith, given into fear, and wanted to turn back in a panic. They began to wonder if it was all worth it and began to tell themselves, "We cannot do this."
If you are still sucking air, then God has brought you this far. Though the road in front of you may look terrifying, trust Him. Don't turn back. God is still with you, and His plan has not changed. He will fulfill His promise, for God has not changed His mind. Though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I shall fear no evil, for He is with me (Psalm 23:4). You stay with the last word given until a new one comes.
It's alright to change plans, adjust your course, recalculate the cost, and refactor your life, but never let fear step in and tell you that you can't do this. Never turn back because you are too afraid to go forward. God always calls us to face the impossible situation beyond our abilities, for that's where we need His help.
Prayer: Heavenly Father, I know that You have not given us a spirit of fear but one of power, love, and self-control. Please help me put on the helmet of salvation and guard my mind against the thoughts of the enemy. With You on my side, I can face anything. In the name of Jesus Christ, I pray. Amen!
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Tracy Carroll commented on Dion Todd's blog post: Going Back to Egypt
1 month ago
With surgery being 6 days away, I definitely needed to read this today. Thank you, Pastor, for always being on time!!!!!!!
Sylvia Todd
4 weeks ago
We love you, sister, praying for grace, strength, peace, help and a successful surgery 🙏!
Liesel aka lisa Wardle
1 month ago
Cont'd prayers, Tracy, have no fear the Lord will see you through, just wait on the Lord and put your trust in Him - Isaiah 40:31 -, love you sister!!! 🙏
Bettye Looney commented on Dion Todd's blog post: Going Back to Egypt
4 weeks ago
Thank you Jesus, with you I know I can face and thing in my life,🙌🏽🙏🏽❤️
Yvette York commented on Dion Todd's blog post: Going Back to Egypt
1 month ago
Amen Good Morning Everyone 😀
Sylvia Todd commented on Dion Todd's blog post: Going Back to Egypt
1 month ago
Good morning, y'all, happy Wednesday 🌻! Everything has been well so far with TS Debby! From the map, we are anticipating some severe weather in the late morning to early afternoon. Prayers appreciate and praying for y'all, too 💛!
Sylvia Todd
4 weeks ago
Thank you all so much for your prayers, fam 💛! We had some pretty heavy rain yesterday afternoon and expecting more of the same today, but power has stayed on, PTL 🙏!
Dan Remley commented on Dion Todd's blog post: Going Back to Egypt
4 weeks ago
Lord walk with me and help me overcome my fears. Give me courage in tough times. Help me stay on a good path. In Jesus name I pray Amen ❤️
Sherry Mccosh commented on Dion Todd's blog post: Going Back to Egypt
4 weeks ago
Heavenly Father, I know that You have not given us a spirit of fear but one of power, love, and self-control. Please help me put on the helmet of salvation and guard my mind against the thoughts of the enemy. With You on my side, I can face anything. In the name of Jesus Christ, I pray. Amen! Thank you for todays devotion!!
Liesel aka lisa Wardle commented on Dion Todd's blog post: Going Back to Egypt
1 month ago
AMEN!! This I pray, Amen and Amen!!! Oh Lord, please be with each and everyone in the path of this storm, in the name of Jesus, AMEN!!! 🙏
Scott Riegelmann commented on Dion Todd's blog post: Going Back to Egypt
1 month ago
Amen your my ROCK LORD!
Cathy Webb commented on Dion Todd's blog post: Going Back to Egypt
1 month ago
Needed encouragement for today, Pastor Dion! Lord, help me put on the helmet of salvation and guard my mind against the thoughts of the enemy. Thank you! Amen
Debi Burton commented on Dion Todd's blog post: Going Back to Egypt
1 month ago
Heavenly Father, I know that You have not given us a spirit of fear but one of power, love, and self-control. Please help me put on the helmet of salvation and guard my mind against the thoughts of the enemy. With You on my side, I can face anything. In the name of Jesus Christ, I pray. Amen! ❤️🤟🏻
Wanda Pennington commented on Dion Todd's blog post: Going Back to Egypt
1 month ago
Heavenly Father, I know that You have not given us a spirit of fear but one of power, love, and self-control. Please help me put on the helmet of salvation and guard my mind against the thoughts of the enemy. With You on my side, I can face anything. In the name of Jesus Christ, I pray. Amen!
Patricia Moody commented on Dion Todd's blog post: Going Back to Egypt
1 month ago
Prayers for protection and minimal damage. May God keep you and comfort you during this time. I know all to well what you’re going through living on the coast in south Texas. God Bless!
Susan Quinn commented on Dion Todd's blog post: Going Back to Egypt
1 month ago
A powerful message indeed! I will follow Your lead because You are with me.
Amen!
Marisa Jackson commented on Dion Todd's blog post: Going Back to Egypt
1 month ago
Amen 🙏!! needed to read this and take it in as I am struggling and feel like such a failure 🥺! I continue to move forward and I know that Our Father in Heaven is Mighty and things can change in an instant. I thank God for allowing me to wake up this morning to see another beautiful day as I continue on this journey with such uncertainty but know that He is ALWAYS BY MY SIDE 🙏! In Jesus precious name I pray Amen ❤️🙏!!
Harry Adams commented on Dion Todd's blog post: Going Back to Egypt
1 month ago
Praise God and thank you for sharing the Lord words.
Schalk De beer commented on Dion Todd's blog post: Going Back to Egypt
1 month ago
Yes my Lord, amen.