1. Leading with Purpose Exodus 14:1-12

2. The Big IdeaThe Big Idea –God leads us according to His purposes. Exodus 14:1-12

3. God directs us by His Word.God directs us by His Word. –He sometimes turns us around to accomplish the unexpected. Exodus 14:1-12

4. God hardens the hard hearted.God hardens the hard hearted. –He is willing to give us what we want. Exodus 14:1-12

5. God works to make Himself known.God works to make Himself known. –He offer us something better than what we want. He offers us Himself!He offers us Himself! Exodus 14:1-12

6. God orchestrates trials to expose our hearts.God orchestrates trials to expose our hearts. –Trials invite us to surrender to God. –Trials invite us to trust God. Exodus 14:1-12