Join us for Joshua!!!

Now we are on to Joshua. All I know thus far is that Joshua led the battle of Jerico, Jerico, Jerico. Joshua led the battle of Jerico and the walls came tumbling down!

Joshua was a very obedient man. He ordered the Israelites to do exactly as God said. If you think about it, the orders did not make too much sense. March around and around the city walls and then shout really loudly? What? It sounds pretty crazy as a plan of attack. However, it worked.

Obedience to God is key to spiritual growth and salvation. It is actually the way that we demonstrate our love to the Heavenly Father. I'm excited to read more about this faithful and obedient man of God.

Joshua 1 (kelly)

S-Scripture-(verse 7-8) " Be strong and very courageous. Obey all the laws Moses gave to you. Do not turn away from them and you will be successful in everything you do. Study this book of the Law continually. Meditate on it day and night so you may be sure to obey all that is written in it. Only then will you suceed."

O-Observation- Joshua has just learnd that he is to take Moses' position and lead 2.5 million people to the Promised Land. He is going to encounter strong opposition on his way to God's promises. However, God is not devsing a plan of military attack for Joshua, Instead, He commands the absolute necessity of faith and obedience. The spiritual state of the new leader is the essential element to his success.

A-Application- No matter what God calls us to do, we ABSOLUTELY must have faith; which translates to strength and courage. It is imperative that we hear and listen to God's word. Not merely to recite or read, but to study and meditate. To think on and apply it to our step by step daily walk. Then we will be able to succeed at what God has called us to do (even if it seems impossible).

P-Prayer- Jesus, I know that I often become discouraged by the things I have to do. The daily challenges seem so hard and I do not always remember the roots and strength of your Word. Please help me to "be of good courage." To remember that you are ALWAYS here for me and to read and study your Word. Give me the understanding and obedience to DAILY apply what I read and learn. Help me to succeed at my calling from you, no matter how hard it seems. In Jesus' name, Amen.