What does Exodus 15:18 Mean?

Context Summary

This sublime ode falls into three divisions. We learn, first, what God is: strength in the day of battle; song in victory; salvation always. He is the God of our fathers, and our own; the mighty champion of His people. Notice that the Spirit of Inspiration gives but a line or two to Israel's murmurings, but records this happy song with elaborate care. Praise is comely!

We discover, second, what God is to His foes. They are covered by the engulfing waves of destruction. As well might thorns fight fire as a man succeed against God.

We are taught, third, what God does for His friends. He leads forth the people whom He has redeemed. He guides them in His strength to their home. He who brought them out brings them in, and plants them in the place He has prepared. Claim that He should do this for you. He who brought you out from Egypt can bring you into Canaan. [source]

Chapter Summary: Exodus 15

¹  The song of Moses, Miriam, and Israel on their deliverance
²²  The people want water in the desert
²³  The waters at Marah are bitter,
²⁴  they murmur,
²⁵  Moses prays, and sweetens the waters by God's direction
²⁷  They encamp at Elim, where are twelve wells, and seventy palm trees