SERMON NOTES WITH APPLICATION - “SO WE WILL KNOW” - Exodus 14:10-31

Series Theme: I Got It

“SO WE WILL KNOW”

Exodus 14:10–31 (KJV)Series Theme: I Got ItGeneral Theme: Hidden MannaFollows: So They Will Know

🌟 BIG IDEA

Israel has seen God move before — plagues, signs, deliverance — but this moment is different.Now God isn’t just showing Egypt who He is…He’s showing Israel who He is.God lets Israel face fear, pressure, and impossibility so that we will know:

• God is present,

• God is leading,

• God is fighting for us even when we can’t fight for ourselves.

This story teaches us that moments of fear often become moments of revelation.

1️⃣ GOD IS ACTIVELY PRESENT WITH YOU (vv. 10–14)

Israel sees the Egyptians coming and immediately melts down — fear, panic, complaints, and a desire to go back to Egypt.In their fear, they forget God completely.But Moses reframes their vision:“Fear not… stand still… and see the salvation of the Lord.”

Truth: Fear makes you see the enemy clearly but God vaguely.But God is not absent — He’s active, present, and fighting for you.

For Christians: Don’t let fear rewrite your theology. God is still in the story.

For Seekers / Non-Christians: Fear doesn’t mean God abandoned you — it means God is about to reveal Himself.

💡 Practical Application

• In moments of panic, pause and breathe: God is in this with me.

• Don’t let pressure push you back to your old bondage.

• Practice standing still — stop scrambling, and let God handle what you can’t.

“Fear focuses you on the problem. Faith focuses you on the Presence.”

2️⃣ GOD LEADS YOU TO YOUR HIDDEN POTENTIAL (vv. 15–22)

God responds to Moses’ prayer in an unexpected way:“Why criest thou unto me? Tell the people to go forward.”In other words:“Stop crying. Start moving. I’ve already put the power in your hands.”God tells Moses to stretch out the rod — a rod Moses thought was just a stick.But it becomes the tool for a miracle.

Truth: God will push you into situations that reveal what He already placed inside you.Your potential isn’t discovered in comfort — it’s discovered in crisis.

For Christians: Stop doubting what God put in your hand.

For Seekers / Non-Christians: You may have more strength, wisdom, and ability inside you than you’ve ever tapped into.

💡 Practical Application

• Identify what God has given you (gifts, skills, experiences) — use it boldly.

• Move forward even when you’re afraid — obedience unlocks opportunities.

• Trust that what feels small in your hand can break open seas in your life.

“The miracle happens AFTER you move.”

3️⃣ GOD USES YOUR ENEMIES AS TOOLS OF DELIVERANCE (vv. 23–31)

The Egyptians chase Israel into the sea — but their pursuit becomes part of Israel’s freedom story.God jams their chariot wheels, throws them into confusion, and ultimately uses the sea to defeat them completely.The enemies who came to destroy Israel become the very proof of God’s power.

Truth: What was sent to break you will be used by God to bless you.Your enemies are not obstacles — they are advertisements for God’s glory.

For Christians: Your enemy does not have the final word — God does.

For Seekers / Non-Christians: Even the negative forces in your life can end up pushing you into purpose.

💡 Practical Application

• Watch how God flips the script — what chased you will no longer have power over you.

• Don’t fear your enemies; watch how God uses them to reveal His strength.

• Let every battle become a testimony: “Look what the Lord has done.”

“The enemy becomes the footstool — the platform God uses to elevate you.”

✨ TAKEAWAY

God lets us walk through Red Sea moments so WE will know:

• God is present even when we’re scared.

• God has put more potential in us than we realized.

• God fights for us and turns enemies into stepping stones.

This is not just a story about Israel — it’s a story about US.Our fear becomes our faith.Our crisis becomes our classroom.Our enemies become our evidence.

You’re not being chased to be destroyed — you’re being chased to be delivered.You’re not stuck — you’re being set up.And when the water closes, you’ll see: God did this so we will know.

And when it clicks, you’ll say with confidence: “I GOT IT.”

🔑 THEMES

I Got It

Understanding God’s presence and power in your impossible moments deepens your faith.

Hidden Manna

Revelation shows up in hard places — surprise provision, unseen strength, and unexpected deliverance.