When word reached the king of Egypt that the Israelites had fled, Pharaoh and his officials changed their minds. “What have we done, letting all those Israelite slaves get away?” they asked. So Pharaoh harnessed his chariot and called up his troops. He took with him 600 of Egypt’s best chariots, along with the rest of the chariots of Egypt, each with its commander. The Lord had hardened the heart of Pharaoh, the king of Egypt, so he chased after the people of Israel, who had left with raised fists in defiance. (vv. 5-9, NLT)
As Pharaoh approached the people of Israel looked up and panicked when they saw the Egyptians overtaking them. They cried out to the Lord and they said to Moses, “Why did you bring us our here to die in the wilderness? Weren’t there enough graves for us in Egypt? wjy did you make us leave Egypt?” (vv. 10-11, NLT)
But Moses told the people, “Don’t be afraid. Just stand still and watch the Lord rescue you today. The Egyptians you see today will never be seen again. The Lord himself will fight for you. Just stay calm.” (vv. 13-14) NLT