Saturday, September 18, 2010
Read Joshua 1:1-9, 3:7
By Arlene Thomas
God called Joshua to lead Israel into the Land of Promise. Moses had died, leaving Joshua to carry the responsibility of this enormous and dangerous task. God promised to be with him and make him successful. Certainly the fiery darts of doubt, fear, and uncertainty were hurled at Joshua by the enemy. That’s when Joshua raised his shield of faith, believed God, and moved ahead with confidence.
God-confidence comes easily when the way seems clear. But the enemy is full of wrath and never rests. When we move forward for God, we will run into obstacles. Let’s seek the Lord with all our hearts, souls, and minds so that we may live confidently the life He has in store for us.
Applying the Truth as an Individual
We have all lived in God’s presence when we were in a right relationship with Him. In our heads we know He can be trusted. So why do our hearts quiver with a lack of confidence when He is saying, “Go. Be strong and courageous.”
Applying the Truth as a Church
The Israelites were ready to win! They placed their confidence in God and the man He had chosen to lead them. Will PVBC march forward in unity and confidence behind the man God has chosen to lead us? Are we really ready to win or will we continue to live in defeat and apathy?
Let’s pray Joshua 3:7 for our pastor. “Heavenly Father, magnify Pastor Keith in the sight of all PVBC that we may know that God is with him.”
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