The Daily Fountain Devotional of the Church Of Nigeria (Anglican Communion) 28 April 2026 – God Is More Than Able
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TOPIC: God Is More Than Able
READ: Exodus 15:22-27
22 So Moses brought Israel from the Red sea, and they went out into the wilderness of Shur; and they went three days in the wilderness, and found no water.
23 And when they came to Marah, they could not drink of the waters of Marah, for they were bitter: therefore the name of it was called Marah.
24 And the people murmured against Moses, saying, What shall we drink?
25 And he cried unto the Lord; and the Lord shewed him a tree, which when he had cast into the waters, the waters were made sweet: there he made for them a statute and an ordinance, and there he proved them,
26 And said, If thou wilt diligently hearken to the voice of the Lord thy God, and wilt do that which is right in his sight, and wilt give ear to his commandments, and keep all his statutes, I will put none of these diseases upon thee, which I have brought upon the Egyptians: for I am the Lord that healeth thee.
27 And they came to Elim, where were twelve wells of water, and threescore and ten palm trees: and they encamped there by the waters.
THE MESSAGE:
After celebrating their miraculous deliverance at the Red Sea, the Israelites journeyed into the Wilderness of Shur, where they travelled for three days without finding water (Exodus 15:22). When they finally came to Marah, the people grumbled against Moses, complaining about the lack of drinkable water (Exodus 15:24). This reaction reveals the Israelites’ fading trust in God’s provision. Moses cried out to God, who showed him a tree to throw into the water to make it sweet and drinkable (Exod. 15:25). The passage concludes with the Israelites arriving at Elim, where they found 12 springs of water and 70 palm trees, providing a refreshing oasis in the desert (Exodus 15:27).
Life often leads us through “wilderness” seasons – times of dryness, need, or hardship. But just as God transformed the bitter water, He can turn our difficulties into blessings when we trust Him. Complaining blinds us to His power, while faith opens our eyes to His provision. Are you facing a season of struggle or disappointment? Instead of focusing on the bitterness, bring your needs to God, and trust that He can turn hardship into strength and provision. Let your trials be moments to grow in faith, knowing God’s presence is with you and that He will lead you to places of rest and refreshment.
PRAYER: Lord, forgive my past lack of trust and help me to pray in times of need as I continually rely on Your provision in Jesus’ Name. Amen.
