God’s Trophy Case
by John Michalak
Exodus 14:28-29
The waters returned, and covered the chariots and the horsemen, even all Pharaoh’s army that went in after them into the sea. There remained not so much as one of them. But the children of Israel walked on dry land in the middle of the sea, and the waters were a wall to them on their right hand and on their left.
Ever visit your old school to explore its history?
Often, the trophy case is prominently featured — filled with trophies and banners, reminding you of the many victories the school has achieved.
The Israelites enjoyed so many victories, particularly their deliverance from slavery in Egypt. God conquered the Egyptians with plagues, fire, and finally with their utter destruction in the Red Sea. God won His children a championship trophy to be remembered.
However, not long afterward, Israel had forgotten God’s providence.
They complained in the desert, saying God had forsaken them. Most died in the wilderness because they forgot the past victories of God.
Throughout the Bible, and in the testimony of our lives today, God has accumulated so many victories. His trophy case is larger than you can imagine. But, like the Israelites, we forget so quickly. We mourn over our next challenge and assume that God has forsaken us.
In your mind and heart, you must return again and again to visit God’s trophy case. Remember and celebrate the victories God has won, so you’ll have faith in the victories to come.
Reflection
Am I a trophy in God’s case? How well do I remember the victories He has helped me win? I will pray that God will help me to continually remember His providence and believe in the victories yet to be won.
Prayer
Loving God, You know the challenges I am facing. Please part the seas before me and let me walk through on dry land. Help me to vividly remember what You have done to save and protect me so I can boldly face the future, knowing that You lead the way. In Jesus’ name I pray, Amen.
