The Long Way Around

I've been reading Francine Rivers' novella on Aaron (Moses's brother) this week, and I just have to say that I love reading stories that challenge my faith in our Almighty God.

So, I'm reading about when the Israelites just leave Egypt. God has just shown Himself powerful by letting the largest army in the world allow Israel to leave. Amazing. But, the Israelites soon start grumbling because they are taking the long way around to Canaan instead of the short route. They keep questioning why they are going this way and doubting God's ability to lead them. To make matters worse, they eventually find themselves backed up against the Red Sea with the Egyptian army bearing down on them. At this point, they were truly doubting.

O.K. At this point, I am somewhat relating to the Israelites. I have often wondered why God has brought us the "long way around" to a referral. (Side Note: I do feel "silly" complaining because so many of my friends have waited so much longer in their adoption processes, but it is still a struggle.)

Back to the rest of the story. God took the Israelites the long way around, to a place that seemed to be a dead end, in order to reveal His Glory. This group of grumbling Israelites got to be a part of one of the greatest displays of God's power and glory in history! What a privilege! But, they had to go the long way around first.

So, as we continue to wait, I can't help but be excited. I feel like God is getting ready to give us a glimpse of His power and glory. I am thankful he is taking us the long way around because it will allow us to better witness one of the greatest displays of His hand in our family. Ooooh, my heart beats with anticipation. :)