January 10, 2012 with 6 Comments

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Be Careful when you Grow

If you’ve just gone through a season of growth and feel stronger than you’ve ever felt before – beware.

Here’s what I’ve learned about growth from Exodus 1: after every season of blessing and growth comes a season of oppression and attack.

The people of Israel were settled in Egypt. They had plenty of food. Joseph was Pharoah’s right hand man.

Life was good.

In Exodus 1:7 we’re told that “the people of Israel were fruitful and increased greatly; they multiplied and grew exceedingly strong, so that the land was filled with them”.

What could go wrong in the face of such blessing and growth?

It turns out, plenty could go wrong.

Joseph died. A new Pharaoh took over who didn’t know Joseph. And trouble came.

Still, the people of Israel refused to give up. In Exodus 1:12 we’re told that “the more they were oppressed the more they multiplied and the more they spread abroad”.

Point made. What else could go wrong?

A lot else could go wrong. When trouble rains, it pours.

Baby boys were killed. Oppression increased. Darkness prevailed.

And the people gave up.

Almost.

Nearly.

Just about.

Except for one thing.

God saw.

He knew.

He heard.

And then He rescued His people.

It shouldn’t come as a surprise to you and me, when blessings prevail and growth abounds, that oppression will soon follow. The enemy hates it when we flourish.

But know this – God sees, And He rescues.

We’re safe.

Remember that – if you’ve just had a growth spurt.

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  • Gina

    morning Growth 1st height wise that’s been done 4 awhile now.ur rite at some point we will hit bad moments of oppressietc.But that 1one big thing.God has our backs and will be the wind beneath our wings and help us rise and fly above the difficult times. I love this blog. Happy Tuesday. :)

  • Gina

    Oppression.obviously haven’t had my coffee or tea yet :)

  • Milo

    Amen. the liar, the deceiver, the evil one is around the corner. God tells us though, there is no rest for the wicked. stay close to God, stay in His Word and He will prevail.

  • Decafonly

    Reminds me of Hosea 13:6…not only is the enemy crouching, but so is our pride:(

  • Gina

    Just wanted to personally apologize for missing biblestudy. Jennine/Tina will give u message. See you guys end of January. Miss everyone.

  • Gina

    resting in a few.I sincerely never knew the impact of someone else’s pain or need. This realization 4 me.I tried 2 explain it 2 my best friends. But,1st ever.I couldn’t write it.find. the right words. More then anything. u feel my heart is blessed. Simply getting this priceless message. Best gift ever :) rest well. :)