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When They Came to Marah: The Story of a Bitter Experience Turned Sweet by the Lord
The journey of the Israelites in the wilderness was not an easy one. After being freed from slavery in Egypt, they faced numerous challenges and hardships. One of these moments was when they arrived at Marah and found themselves unable to drink the waters due to its bitterness. This experience, however, taught them a valuable lesson and showed them the power of God in turning a bitter situation into something sweet.
The Israelites, led by Moses, had been wandering in the wilderness for three days when they came to Marah. They were exhausted and in desperate need of water. Imagine their disappointment when they found the water at Marah to be undrinkable due to its bitterness. They complained against Moses, asking him, "What shall we drink?" (Exodus 15:24). This is a common reaction when faced with difficult situations – to complain and question why things are not going as planned.
But Moses did something different. He cried out to the Lord, seeking His guidance and help. And the Lord, in His mercy and love, showed Moses a tree. When Moses cast the tree into the waters, the bitter waters were made sweet and drinkable. This miraculous event not only provided the Israelites with water but also taught them a valuable lesson about trusting in the Lord and seeking His help in times of need.
The name Marah itself means "bitter," and it was given to this place because of the experience of the Israelites. But after the Lord's intervention, the waters were no longer bitter, so it was also known as "sweetened." This transformation of the waters also symbolizes the transformation that can happen in our lives when we trust in the Lord and follow His guidance.
But the Lord did not stop there. He used this experience to teach the Israelites an important lesson. He made a statute and an ordinance for them, testing their obedience and faith in Him. He told them, "If you diligently heed the voice of the Lord your God, and do what is right in His sight, give ear to His commandments and keep His statutes, I will put none of the diseases on you which I have brought on the Egyptians. For I am the Lord who heals you" (Exodus 15:26).
This verse highlights the power of obedience and faith in the Lord. If the Israelites followed His commands and kept His statutes, they would be protected from the plagues and diseases that the Egyptians had suffered. The Lord wanted to show His people that He was their healer, their protector, and their provider. And He continues to be all these things for us today.
In conclusion, the story of Marah teaches us that even in the midst of bitter experiences, the Lord is with us and can turn things around for our good. He wants us to trust in Him, seek His guidance, and be obedient to His commands. And when we do, He promises to be our healer and protect us from harm. So let us remember the story of Marah and have faith in the Lord who can turn any bitter situation into something sweet.
By: Apostolic Life via Apostolic Life ( Prayer Warriors)