Singing the Songs of Moses and Miriam

Exodus 15:1-21

After the Red Sea deliverance, Israel responds with worship. The Song of Moses is the first recorded hymn in Scripture and models how redeemed people praise God. It celebrates God’s strength, warrior-like power, covenant love, and faithfulness. Worship flows naturally from salvation, and salvation fuels worship that exalts God alone. This passage shows how God saves His people for His glory, and our rightful response is doxology. The song also looks forward—God will plant His people in His holy dwelling. This anticipates God’s presence in the tabernacle, the temple, and ultimately in Christ. Miriam’s song further demonstrates the communal and celebratory nature of worship. For believers, Exodus 15 encourages heartfelt praise rooted in God’s mighty acts. The redeemed do not stand silently; we declare the glory of the God who triumphs gloriously and leads His people in steadfast love.