Sermons on Exodus 15:23:

Bitter Turned Sweet

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Feb 20, 2022

In our story of Israel’s first steps towards the Promised Land we find truths about what Jesus did for us coming to this earth, dying upon the cross, and His resurrection, but also some examples we need to navigate our own journey and how God guides, provides, and corrects.

Bitter Turned Sweet Exodus 15:23-25 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Living-Waters-Fellowship-Mesquite-Foursquare-Church-323286096181/?ref=pages_you_manage If you’ve been following over these last weeks since the start of the New Year, you’ve seen how I’ve been led to share with you teachings ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 15:23-27

Denomination: Foursquare

Will You Take God Up On His Test? (Exodus 15:22-27) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Feb 21, 2022

If you're actually/fully obeying God, will He heal you?

I apparently needed a break from Exodus, which I didn't expect (did Psalm 9-12). But I'm learning to not fight it, and just go with it. [And I'm hoping this is the Spirit leading me, somehow]. This week, I felt like I was maybe ready to try Exodus again. Let's start by ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 15:22-27, James 5:14-16, John 9:30-33

Jehovah Rapha Series

Contributed by Gordon Pike on Sep 27, 2020

The only way to go from Mar’ah to Elim is to turn to Jesus … who is Jehovah Rapha … the One who heals … the One who repairs.

The sign in the parking lot said: “Crystal Lake – 5 miles.” So you shoulder your pack and begin hiking to Crystal Lake. It’s fun at first … being in the woods … beautiful clear day … the fresh air … the sounds … seeing all the nature … but after a few hours your backpack starts to get a little ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 15:22-27, Psalm 22:1-2, Job 7:2-3, Exodus 15:1-2, Exodus 15:11, 1 Peter 2:24  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: United Methodist

Worshiping The Lord Then Complaining! Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Jun 11, 2018

We are to emulate the Hebrews with their worship after their exodus but not their complaining!

All of us can remember the day we learned we are going to heaven when we accepted Jesus Christ as our Only Savior and Lord. Besides that day of salvation, what other wondrous experience have you had with God?? I will never forget the day we had been praying for the next step in our lives and a ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 15:1-27

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Dealing With Chronic Complaints Lesson 11 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Mar 27, 2017

The cure of criticism

A. THE CAUSE OF COMPLAINING – EXODUS 15:22-24 “So Moses brought Israel from the Red Sea; then they went out into the Wilderness of Shur. And they went three days in the wilderness and found no water. Now when they came to Marah, they could not drink the waters of Marah, for they ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 15:22-26

Denomination: Baptist

From Mara To Elim

Contributed by Larry Semore on Feb 9, 2017

A great message about overcoming hopelessness and bitterness

From Mara to the Wells of Elim Exodus 15:22-27 NKJV “So Moses brought Israel from the Red Sea; then they went out into the Wilderness of Shur. And they went three days in the wilderness and found no water. 23 Now when they came to Marah, they could not drink the waters of Marah, for they were ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 15:22-27

Denomination: Church Of God

Jehovah-Rapha

Contributed by John Gaston on Feb 23, 2017

God's nature revealed in Exodus 15:26, Jesus' ministry of healing all, and an abundance of promises in the Word of God combine to convince that it's God's will to heal us physically. He is Jehovah-Rapha, the Lord our Physician!

JEHOVAH-RAPHA Ex. 15:22-26 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. Ms. Smith was assigned to be a monitor on the playground and caught little Johnny making ugly faces and scaring other kids. 2. Smiling sweetly, she said, “Johnny, when I was a child I was told that if I made ugly faces, it would freeze and I ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 15:22-26

Denomination: Assembly Of God

My Name Is .... Jehovah Rapha Series

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Oct 14, 2024

Second is a series of message on some names of God - Jehovah Rapha

Scripture: Exodus 15:22-27; 2 Chronicles 7:14 and Psalm 103:3 Theme: My Name is …. Jehovah Rapha INTRO: Grace and peace this morning in the name of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit! “Go wash your face and hands and supper will be ready in just a few minutes.” I cannot tell you how many ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 15:22-27, 2 Chronicles 7:14, Psalm 103:3

Denomination: Nazarene

Focus Amidst The Storm

Contributed by Rakesh Sharma on Oct 25, 2024

In times of uncertainty and chaos, maintaining our focus on Jesus becomes essential for navigating life's storms. Today, we'll explore how our focus can empower us to overcome doubt and distractions, leading us closer to our God-given purpose.

>> Opening Bible Verses John 6:16-21, Mark 6:47-52, Matthew 14:24-33 As evening fell, the disciples found themselves in the middle of the sea, battling fierce winds and rising waves. Amid their struggles, Jesus approached them, walking on water, and reassured them, "It is I; do not be ...read more

Scripture: John 6:16-21, Mark 6:47-52, Matthew 14:24-33, Psalm 16:8, Colossians 3:2, Exodus 14:19, Exodus 15:22-27, Exodus 16:1-7, Exodus 16:11-12, Numbers 14:4, John 16:15  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Saved And Healed At The Cross Of Christ Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Oct 24, 2023

This is a message of hope and redemption. Jesus on the cross paid the price for our salvation and healing.

Saved and Healed at the Cross of Christ On this Healing & Wholeness Sunday we gather in faith to delve deep into a powerful message: "Saved and Healed at the Cross of Christ." This is a message of hope and redemption. I want to remind you today that the sacrifice of Jesus on the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:24, Ephesians 1:7, Isaiah 53:3-6, Matthew 8:2-3, Matthew 9:35, Hebrews 13:8, Exodus 15:22-27, Exodus 15:26, Psalm 103:2-4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Wash. Rinse. Repeat. Series

Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Mar 7, 2025

The cycle, which began in Egypt continued: • God does something great….. The people rejoice. • An apparent obstacle appears…. The people complain. • God does something great….. The people rejoice.

March 08, 2025 Last week, we left Israel on the edge of the desert of Shur. They had just witnessed the power of God in the destruction of the Egyptian Army in the Red Sea and now the greatest adventure of their lives was about to begin. What do you think the people expected? An easy, pothole ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 15:22-27, Proverbs 17:3, Malachi 3:3

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Grumble Or Grow Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Apr 24, 2024

When life gets hard, don’t grumble; grow!

Several years ago (2009), Louis C.K. was on Conan O’Brien’s late-night talk show, where he described today’s entitlement culture. He said in our culture, “Everything's Amazing and Nobody's Happy.” Take a look (show Louis CK video). Louis talks about how he was on a plane that offered ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 15:22-27, Exodus 16:1-30, Exodus 17:1-7, Romans 8:28-29, James 1:2-4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Jesus Makes Bitter Better.

Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Jan 16, 2024

Only Jesus can take the bitter waters, the worst of life's circumstances that come to poison us and destroy us, and make us better.

As a couple exchanges their vows,( those vows include these words) for richer for poorer, in sickness and in health, for better for worse. It could also be said: for better or bitter. Or bitter or sweet. Life just has some bitterness built into it. Everyone comes to bitter waters at some point in ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 15:22-27

Denomination: Pentecostal

When Bitter Waters Turn Sweet

Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Mar 28, 2020

Our message today focuses upon the fact that no matter how bitter things may seem, there is hope through the Cross of Jesus Christ.

Exodus 15:22-26 • A Message of Hope, Faith, and Encouragement • This stop on Israel’s journey through the wilderness, was their first stop between the Red Sea and Mount Sinai where God visited Israel and gave them the Law of Moses. I. Setting the Scene A. The children of Israel had just left ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 15:22-26, Psalm 30:5

Denomination: Church Of God

Defense Against Discouragement

Contributed by Grant Adams on Apr 22, 2020

The children of Israel have just had a great victory and deliverance from Egypt. They crossed the Red Sea. They are praising the Lord for what He has done.

In the Baptist churches alone, there are over 1,000 preachers a year that leave the ministry, why? There is no way of numbering the Christians that forsake Christ and His church, just simply give up and quit. Why is this going on? I think the main reason is because of discouragement. I think this ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 15:22-27

Denomination: Baptist