Week 7: Day 35 – Exodus 16-17

📖 Scripture Reading: Exodus 16-17

Devotional Focus: Trusting God for Provision in the Wilderness

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Day 35: God’s Provision in the Wilderness

In Exodus 16-17, we witness the Israelites facing a new challenge: survival in the wilderness. Having been freed from Egypt, they find themselves in a barren desert, away from the comforts of home. Hunger strikes, and their faith begins to waver. They complain, longing for the food they once had in Egypt. But God responds with grace and faithfulness—sending them manna from heaven and water from a rock.

In Exodus 16, God provides daily manna, a special bread-like substance that appears each morning, sufficient to meet their needs for that day. In Exodus 17, when the people complain about thirst, God commands Moses to strike a rock, and water flows out to quench their thirst. In both instances, God shows that He is faithful to provide for His people, even in the wilderness.

As moms, there are times when we may feel like we’re in a wilderness—a season of struggle, uncertainty, or even dryness. We may wonder how we’re going to make it through, whether it’s financial struggles, parenting challenges, or emotional fatigue. But just as God provided for the Israelites, He is faithful to provide for us in every season of life. His provision might not always come in the way we expect, but He knows exactly what we need, and He will meet those needs at the right time.

God’s provision in the wilderness reminds us that He is not just the God of abundance but also the God of the journey. He sustains us when we are weak, strengthens us when we are weary, and provides for us when we have nothing left. In times of struggle, we are invited to trust in His faithfulness and rely on His provision, knowing that He is enough.

Reflection Questions:

🔹 Have you ever experienced a time when you felt like you were in a “wilderness” and God provided for you unexpectedly? How did you respond? 🔹 What areas of your life do you need to trust God’s provision for right now? 🔹 How can you cultivate a heart of gratitude for God’s daily provision in your life?

Prayer:

Lord, thank You for Your constant provision, even in the wilderness. Help me to trust You more deeply, knowing that You are faithful to meet my needs. Strengthen my faith and remind me that You are always present, guiding me through every season of life. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Take a moment today to reflect on how God has provided for you in the past, and trust that He will continue to provide for you in the future. 💛