Exodus 14-18

<p>As [the Lord's] covenant people, we need not be paralyzed by fear because bad things might happen. Instead, we can move forward with faith, courage, determination, and trust in God as we approach the challenges and opportunities ahead.</p> <p>We do not walk the path of discipleship alone. &ldquo;The Lord thy God &hellip; doth go with thee; he will not fail thee, nor forsake thee&rdquo; (Deuteronomy 31:6).</p> <p>&ldquo;The Lord will fight for you, and you shall hold your peace&rdquo; (Exodus 14:14).</p> <p>In the face of fear, let us find our courage, muster our faith, and have confidence in the promise that &ldquo;no weapon that is formed against thee shall prosper&rdquo; (Isaiah 54:17).</p> <p>Do we live in a time of peril and turmoil? Of course we do.</p> <p>God Himself has said, &ldquo;In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world&rdquo; (John 16:33).</p> <p>Can we exercise the faith to believe and to act accordingly? Can we live up to our commitments and sacred covenants? Can we keep the commandments of God even in challenging circumstances? Of course we can!</p> <p>We can because God has promised, &ldquo;All things shall work together for your good, if [you] walk uprightly.&rdquo; (Doctrine and Covenants 90:24). Therefore, let us set aside our fears and live instead with joy, humility, hope, and a bold confidence that the Lord is with us.</p>

<p>Casey Paul Griffiths, &ldquo;Crossing Our "Red Seas" (Week 15, Part 2/7) Exodus 14&ndash;17 | Apr 4 - Apr 10,&rdquo; Book of Mormon Central Video, 2022.</p>