Seventh Day Baptist
Christian Education Council
PO BOX 1678
Janesville, WI 53547
—Exodus 13:17-22
by: J. Gabriel Alegre.
The people of Israel were walking away from Egypt, the land of their captivity and hardship. God placed a pillar of fire to stand before them during the night and a pillar of cloud throughout the day. His presence was with them always. He selected the way they should go—across the wilderness rather than the direct route trhough Philistine country. In his wisdom, God planned a way that was longer, safer, and less likely to result in open conflict with the people of the land.
Have you wondered about how God guides and leads his people? I am reminded of the words of Psalms 23:3, “He leads me in the paths of righteousness for His name’s sake.”