Moses and the Red Sea

  • Exodus 14
  • Old Testament
  • Growing Readers
  • 13 min

God makes a way through the sea when the Israelites appear trapped.

The story in Scripture

The Israelites left Egypt but soon found themselves between the Red Sea and Pharaoh’s approaching army. God instructed Moses to stretch out his staff, and the waters divided so the people could cross safely.

Read it together in your Bible: Exodus 14.

What we learn

God can provide a path forward even when a situation appears impossible.

Talk about it

  1. Why did the Israelites feel trapped?
  2. What did God tell Moses to do?
  3. How can remembering God’s faithfulness help us?

Try this activity

Create a timeline showing the problem, God’s instruction, the people’s action, and the final result.

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