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Why God Doesn’t Always Take the Shortest Path – Lessons from Exodus

Why God Doesn’t Always Take the Shortest Path – Lessons from Exodus

Update: 2025-11-11
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Joe continues the conversation with Pastor Rob as they dive deeper into the message “Free at Last” from our Exodus: The Way Through series.

Picking up from Monday’s episode, we explore the spiritual truths behind God’s leadership in our lives—especially when His path doesn’t seem to make sense. Why didn’t God take the Israelites on the shortest route out of Egypt? What does it mean when God asks us to move forward even when we’re facing impossible obstacles?

💡 Discover how:

  • God’s ways are higher than ours
  • Trusting Him leads to breakthrough
  • Obedience is key to experiencing His miracles
  • Our greatest obstacles can become our greatest opportunities to honor God

This episode is packed with biblical insight, personal stories, and practical encouragement for anyone navigating a difficult season or waiting on God’s direction.📧 We'd love to hear from you! Email us at podcast@shepnaz.org with your thoughts, questions, or prayer requests.👍 Like this video, 💬 comment below, and 🔔 subscribe to stay connected with the Shepnaz community.🌐 Visit shepnaz.org and shepnaz.org/shepnow for more resources and updates.


Chapters:00:00 - Welcome & Recap of Monday’s Episode00:48 - The Exodus: 2 Million People on the Move02:10 - Why God Didn’t Take the Shortest Route03:00 - When God’s Leadership Doesn’t Make Sense04:22 - Asking “Why?” vs. Trusting God05:39 - God’s Concern for What’s Best, Not What’s Easy06:44 - God’s Strategy to Protect and Lead07:44 - Trusting God in Confusing Moments08:05 - Proverbs 3: Trust and Obedience08:42 - God’s Presence: Pillar of Cloud and Fire09:36 - God Leads One Step at a Time10:17 - Opposition Reveals Our Trust11:19 - Lessons from Complaining Israelites13:09 - Developing Perseverance Through Trials13:49 - God’s Command to Move Forward14:49 - Obedience Activates Miracles15:57 - Red Sea: Obstacle or Opportunity?16:50 - God’s Glory Revealed to Egypt and Israel17:56 - Personal Obstacles as Opportunities18:20 - Don’t Miss the Miracle—Move When God Says Move19:28 - Honoring God Through Obedience20:35 - Final Encouragement & Closing

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Why God Doesn’t Always Take the Shortest Path – Lessons from Exodus

Why God Doesn’t Always Take the Shortest Path – Lessons from Exodus

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