Book Review: The Red Sea Rules

The Red Sea Rules by Robert J. Morgan is a short but powerful book based on God’s ministering of truth to the author-pastor as he pondered a loved one who was in a time of trouble. God used the Exodus 14 account about the parting of the Red Sea to illuminate ten strategies for difficult times. The author’s primary foundation is that “the same God who led you in will lead you out.”

The ten rules are based on verses found throughout the Biblical account. They are good anchors for Christians in trouble, essentially helping the sufferer’s eyes to be properly focused on God rather than on self or on the challenge. While based in the study in Exodus 14, each of the rules can be supported by other Scriptures, and frequently the author does so.

The book is clearly written and easy to read. Each of the ten rules is divided into a few very brief sections, allowing the book to be read in small snatches per day. While some may prefer this devotional approach, the book is also short enough to be read at a single sitting. Whether new or mature, Christians in the midst of difficulty will find the truths of this book helpful and encouraging.