This Is the Old Testament is part of a twelve-week thematic overview of the entire Bible. Each day we’ll read a thematic selection from a different book of the Bible, along with supplemental passages that show how the theme of that day’s main reading is found throughout Scripture. We’ll also read a brief summary of each book and a reflection on how the book fits into the larger story of Scripture. This week, we move from the Pentateuch into the second section of the Old Testament, the Historical Books.
What Is Joshua? The book of Joshua records God’s fulfillment of the renewed covenant in Deuteronomy and describes Israel’s entry into the promised land under Joshua’s guidance.
How Joshua Fits Into the Story: Joshua narrates Israel’s journey to the promised land, where the nation received its promised inheritance. Miraculous events, such as the crossing of the Jordan River, marked the Israelites’ journey. God gave Israel victories, but each victory required a step of faith. God’s holiness and provision are evident throughout this book, reminding future generations of His covenant faithfulness to His people.
Reflection Questions:
1. In light of Joshua 1, how does the promise of God’s presence change how you live?
2. How does today’s reading shape your understanding of the story of redemption?
Take time to reflect on your responses and share what you are learning with others in the community in the comments.
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Joshua is a testament to how God fulfills all his promises. when we rely on him even in uncertainty he will give us courage and equip us to carry out his will. God is strong good and gracious ❤️
God is the great Promise Keeper. As the story of redemption unfolds, His covenant faithfulness will continue to be revealed.
God’s encouragement to Joshua is a reminder that He believes in His people. It’s an encouragement to me when I feel like what’s before me is more than I can bear that God believes in me and has promised never to leave or abandon me.
God promises us he will always be here and we shouldn’t be afraid. We should always stay strong no matter what we do. God gave Jesus to us on earth to protect us and die for our sins. The Holy Spirit protects us daily. I’m so thankful.
Gods promises stay true!
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Yes…. I agree
What jumped out to me in reading this passage is “be strong and courageous” mentioned 4 times.
I looked up “why did God repeat this 3 times? God knew that Joshua knew he was facing an insurmountable duty to lead the fickle Israelites through a fortified city with a massive army. Joshua had also seen how God had supported Moses.
This reminded me I could have courage to help care for a difficult, struggling aging parent.
I am thankful to know and able to be assured that God is with me always and love me and I can rest in him
https://youtu.be/hgfLIz7eX5U
How Great Thou Art—this is a friend of mine and he sang this with Nettles on Duets—he was runner up.
Lord help me to obey
What an amazing reminder! God is always with us and he will lead us so we must be courageous. Amen!
I believe this is what God is also telling us now. And yes, the future may seem scary, but we have to take leaps of faith the get to where God wants us to be, and as an earlier comment said, there isn’t a “going back” to normal. Only ahead to what God’s plan is and I believe it’s preparing for Revelation, which is already and has been being played out in front of our eyes, the world is just so blind to it. We as Christians MUST keep our faith and hope in Christ Jesus 2nd Coming. And trust God’s words
Today’s passage shows me that God is with us in every step that we take in life even when we may not know he is there. We can be assured of his presences. We are not to be afraid like the key passage says.
It’s crazy you mention current events because I had this same conversation with a complete stranger just before reading yesterday’s reading and your post. I agree there is no going back but it is all for His purpose! With God our country will prevail!
What God promised to the Israelites stands true today! “Be strong and courageous… for the LORD your God is with you wherever you go.” What a promise! God has given us a mission to go in our communities, countries, and world with the Gospel message of Jesus but I fail at this mission daily. I am not strong nor courageous. But this promise gives me boldness. I can know that as I go, God is with me & He has already won! He and His message is victorious so I can go share Him with strength and courage! Oh Christian, be strong and very courageous!
Amen, Churchmouse! ❤
Amen @ Churchmouse!❤
Wasnt finished! We have Joshua 1:9 posted in my sons room over his bed, and it’s a great reminder to see that verse every day!
Joshua is one of my favorite books of the bible, especially after the SRT Joshua study a couple months ago. So much faith and trust in this book. And Joshua 1:9 is one of my favorite verses of scripture.
Praying now. ❤️
1. I know that God will go with me wherever I go. I struggle with anxiety and I often let my worries get ahead of me. But I have seen God work in my life when I have been terrified and anxious; He always brings me through it each time. ❤️
2. Even someone like me, who struggles with worry, can still be used by God. When I am weak, He is strong!
Please say a special prayer for my grandma Lillian. She is in a lot of pain right now. She is going in for another surgery tomorrow. Please pray for peace for her mind tonight, strength for her body and spirit, relief from pain, wisdom and skill for her surgeons, and strength for my Grandpa Roger as he stays strong for her.
This is so good ❤️❤️ So true!!
The podcast for this week was wonderful. I wish I could read the Bible quickly.
So many of us women worry. It changes nothing; it stills our peace and sanity and causes us health issues. So I have to ask myself, why do so many of us suffer from endless worry? I think the answer is Satan and his lies. He knows if he can make us worry, it will still our joy and maybe even keep some from the gift of salvation. I agree with you, Lauran; it can be a vicious circle of giving it to the Lord and taking it back. I haven’t been one to rebuke satan often or ask God to rebuke him and keep me from his attacks, but maybe I would gain victory over this sin of worry if I did. One thing I have done that has been successful is to remind myself of all the times God has seen me through, answered my prayers, and shown favor over me. God does not tell us this world will be free from trials, but He will never leave us or forsake us! Sorry for rambling on today. I need to remind myself of His truths.
Anna Chviedar, thank you for sharing. Keeping you and those in Belarus in prayer right now.
This song came to mind when I finished reading today’s lesson. No reason to fear because the cross is before us and the world is behind us.
https://youtu.be/5XIdDuFQXkg
Well written, Churchmouse! His presence, His power and His promises protect and provide for us. ♥️
So, God has a plan and He loves me/will never forsake me. He also has given me many other promises. So is what is stopping me from living with courage more important than my relationship with Christ? It shouldn’t be. For me its my fear and societal unspoken rules, so why are they more important for keeping intact than doing what my Creator has commanded?
@Dorothy, I have the SRT screen saver on my phone of Joshua 1:9. It made it super easy to memorize!
This is such a great reminder for me today. My family and I are looking for a new house and selling ours. This has been a challenging time since there are so many unknowns. It’s so easy to live in fear because you don’t know what is going to happen. I am choosing to believe that God has a great plan for us and He is with us.
How God’s promise changes how I live: Before knowing God’s calling to be bold and courageous, I was probably all shy and intimidated and everything in between, I would second guess myself, not knowing or understanding that true success and true prosperity comes from deep meditation of God’s Word (Joshua 1:8). Reading God’s word used to be so boring and bland before, but as I prayed before reading, for eyes to be opened, for divine understanding and deep secrets to be granted, I started to see revelations like never before, making His Word irresistible while giving me such joy and refreshment. The verse in Hebrews 13:5 just reveals something for me today, “be satisfied with what you have for I will never leave you”, for I am alone is enough for you. True contentment can resolve and stop many unnecessary strives and ambitions in one’s life. Be blessed dear sisters. May GOD alone be enough for us. The Lord is my helper, I will not be afraid.
Searching- praying for you and right decisions.
This is me as well. I often let the what ifs creep in but have to remember God is in control and He will always be with me not matter what happens.
God does not want us to live in fear, for He promises us to be with us wherever we go. This reading today connected with what I was journaling and thinking over the weekend. I have been living in fear and overthinking the “what-ifs” in my life. I need to let go of fear and know Gods got me and is guiding me to be the person He has called me to be. It is so important to live in the present and trust in God, not things of this world, for all things.
Amen Mari V
No matter my circumstances God will always be with me. Even though sometimes I’m afraid I have the assurance and I trust Him.
1. In light of Joshua 1, how does the promise of God’s presence change how you live?
Currently, our family has a lot of things going on. We need to move in a month and a half, one of our grandmothers passed away, and my husband has been facing a toxic work environment. We read Proverbs 9 last night and have been feeling more peace about letting go of our anxieties and being faithful to God and His providence. Joshua shows us that God is loyal to us, faithful to His covenant, and never leaves our side. He asks us to love and obey in return.
2. How does today’s reading shape your understanding of the story of redemption?
God has set us apart to fulfill His love and obedience here on Earth. He does not leave us alone in the process nor does He leave us without a manual or guide. He sent His Son as a template and His Holy Spirit to be with us in the journey. We are never alone and our obedience to God brings Him pleasure.
Kristen and Searching praying for you.
Taylor, I have found that having a supportive family and supportive friends can be far better than a relationship. A family and friends that will be by your side through thick and thin are priceless. I have seen in my over 40 years of nursing too many times families that don’t care about each other.
SarahJoy praying for you and your family.
Amazing selections again today. To all who posted about worrying, that is also my struggle. Lauran, I struggle with the same fears- I know God is in control but the what if’s sometimes take over. Talking to God about this and making my requests known to Him like it says in Philippians 4:6-7. I really like the message translation of that verse: “Don’t fret or worry. Instead of worrying, pray. Let petitions and praises shape your worries into prayers, letting God know your concerns. Before you know it, a sense of God’s wholeness, everything coming together for good, will come and settle you down. It’s wonderful what happens when Christ displaces worry at the center of your life.”
Philippians 4:6-7 MSG
“Do not be afraid or discouraged, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.” Joshua 1:9 was added to the list of scripture of encouragement for my sister. Matter of fact I text it to her yesterday when I noticed it. I will be writing all of Joshua 1:9 on an index card and putting it up where I can read it regularly.
Have a fantastic day and week sisters.
@Bethany very enlightening response. I know I’m not ready but God is still working on me!
1. God promises Joshua that He will be with him wherever he just needs to have courage. Throughout God’s Word we see this promise continue to made; God promises to be with us wherever we go to as long as we have courage.
Does this mean that if we decide to jump off a tall building, God will save us with one of those fun bouncy houses at the end as long as we have courage? Probably not. What it does mean though is that if we continue to walk with God and we are courageous in doing His work so that we can continue to “make disciples of all of the nations” that He will be there to give us the words to say, the moves to make, etc.
*As someone who is really scared of telling others about Jesus good works in fear of not truly knowing that persons experience and where to enter into the conversation at, this is really important to me. Like the Israelites, God has promised me that if I just call on Him that He will be there to guide me in those conversations.*
2. I feel like it is so easy to see the redemption story in Joshua. Not only was God with Joshua but God was with the Israelites leading them to the covenant of the promise land. Another important covenant God makes with His people is the gift of salvation as long as we are Faithful in Him. Just like He fulfilled His promise to the Israelites; He is also fulfilling His promise of eternal life in Heaven to us…we must stay faithful.
1. The promise of God’s presence with me wherever I go is a reminder to step out in faith wherever and whenever He calls me. “God doesn’t call the equipped, He equips the called.” Through prayer and meditation in His Word, I will have the wisdom and guidance I need.
2. God’s promises are for everyone who believes and they are ALWAYS the same— yesterday, today and tomorrow.
Happy Monday Sisters! I appreciate everyone’s responses.
@ Julie H, Churcmouse and Allison B. :-) Yes and amen!
Thank you for your post Jeannie. I too am a “worrier” and work daily to try and curb this destructive and pointless habit.
6So we can confidently say,
“The Lord is my helper;
I will not fear;
what can man do to me?”
Staying strong and confident in knowing that wherever this world takes me God is faithful in his word always. This is a verse I want to try to memorize myself as a personal reminder God is always with us and that we should always stay obedient to his command saying yes and amen!
I so agree!
Oops, Jane K I meant Joshua 1:9 Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or discouraged, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.
Kristen, liked your message from your pastor today. Thanks for sharing!
Anna, I looked up what is happening in Belarus prisons to people who had protested. And the horrible ways they are being treated. I will be praying for these prisoners, for God’s protection and peace. Jesus I pray you release these prisoners, as you did Paul. God, may there be your armies surrounding them and may you destroy a system that treats them with such contempt and torture for speaking out against oppression and inhumanity. Lord Jesus sometimes we will suffer, thank you for being with us as the day approaches and help us to stand firm and speak our faith. I pray in faith Jesus knowing you do move mountains that by your Spirit you would cover these prisoners and shake up who can stop this and fight for these people. In Jesus name I pray. Anna, He is able, even in this, pray in the Holy Spirit our helper, He knows what to ask when we don’t. I will be praying daily. Hugs to you dear Sister. Searching, praying His confirmation and peace over you and even as you speak and make the decision you would know He will bless it. Kristen, thank you so much for the Mount Everest Analogy. God’s timing is always the best, so good to remember when we are in a place of waiting, that in it God is still actively with us as it says in Joshua 6:9. Jane K, this was actually the verse ali was searching for to send your daughter yesterday, please add it to my wishes to her. He is with us Sisters and knowing this is the strength I need to face the climb, the valleys, and rejoice in them. To look at what is and know He will never leave me, or forsake me. May we glorify the One who meets us right where we are. Hugs all!
To me, today’s reading is a reminder that we are to not live a life of fear and worry. As God’s children, we are to pray, seek His will, trust Him, and obey. God is faithful. It definitely goes against our nature to not worry, but as I grow in my faith, I have tried to be conscientious about worry. When I feel burdened by something I just remind myself that God is in control and I pray and give it to Him. For many years I was a “worrier” and it was very unhealthy. I finally got to a point where I realized that my worry didn’t solve my problems. As I’ve turned my life to desire what’s pleasing to God, it’s been amazing to see how He works things for our good. God is with me and He is for me. I shall not fear.
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God repeats the admonition to not fear, to be strong and courageous. He knows that we will face feelings of being afraid and of weakness, but since He is with us every step of the way, we can ACT strong and courageous and continue on in the work He is giving us to do. The knowledge that He is with us every step of the way, is one of strength and comfort. He is our Shepherd who goes before us. I also note how vitally important it was for Joshua to read God’s word every day, to meditate on it all the days of his life. We also need to read and meditate on God’s word. How grateful I am for studies such as this!
Happy Monday! The promise of God’s presence provides strength of me. God tells Joshua that He will be with Him wherever he goes. The “wherever” is a reminder to me that God is not limited by space, place, or location and is able to be with me despite any situation. I am not alone.
Amen!
I love that this Bible study/ Website reaches so many people across the WORLD! How amazing is that! I had to look up where Belarus Anna! But it really hit home that there are people being tortured in prison when we in America don’t really see that or can fathom that. But I too, have often wondered that, of would I be able to suffer through something so horrific or terrible with God’s strength? He assures us He will be with u through everything.
I also loved what Julia put about the Holy Spirit is in us, always, all the time!! Just ponder that…constantly, we have the spirit in us! Are we utilizing that, making room for that? Every day, everything we do, where we go, and what we say?!
@Lauren — you are so right. For me, the freedom has come in seeing the “with-me-ness” of God in the incredibly hard places. In knowing how he walked with me and gratitude (with much pain) poured out of those places. I don’t know Gods plan but I believe to the tips of my toes that he will be with me wherever I go and there is no greater comfort than his Presence. There is a book called The Good and Beautiful God which has been helpful to me in thinking through the goodness of God.
A good morning to all my sisters in Christ, on this beautiful Monday morning! I love the book of Joshua, it has always been one of my favorites and especially Joshua 1:6-9. Whenever I send a graduation card to a believer, I always include Joshua 1:8, it is filled with so much wisdom!…Thank you for today’s reminder that the Lord God is with me!
@ Taylor – so happy to hear that the wedding went well, and God gave you the grace to be able to enjoy it without sadness…praise the Lord that He is teaching you during this time, to wait on Him for that relationship you so desire – for His will and His timing. It is never easy to be in the “waiting room” – but while we are there God teaches us so much! Always remember Psalm 18:30, “as for God, His way is perfect.”
@Searching – Praying that God will give you wisdom to make the right decision. I counsel those who have been in your situation, to bring it before God – constantly & fervently, just as you are doing. After that, if you’re still not sure what to do, then maybe God is saying – wait, don’t make that decision yet. Keep trusting keep praying, God hears and He will answer in His time. May this beautiful verse in Psalm 32:8 give you comfort and encouragement – “I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go”…
Good Morning ERB, I had thoughts, though I have no idea even what you look like of you laughing and full of joy, and the joy bringing you Hos peace and comfort this weekend in you time with friends and you Mom! I hope it was just like that. I have read Isaiah 3 several times and still feel I am not seeing all that is there. The first verses, the Woe to you’s confuse me a little. But, just now I thought, just now, how many times does and has God because of man’s choices and free will been angry and hurt at man’s acts of destruction and betrayal. In these verses, it seems almost like the warning is wait until you have eyes to see and understand and find yourself facing all the destruction and betrayal you have done because that understanding will be your destruction and you have betrayed God has made you to be. Wow, not sure that is what is exactly being said, but a revelation to me. The other verses that really strick me were the ones concerning Zion. And the contrast to the verses surrounding them. The light of God and the justice and righteousness He brings Isaiah 33:5-6 “The Lord is exalted for he dwells on high; He will fill Zion with justice and righteousness. He will be the sure foundation of your times. A rich store of salvation and wisdom and knowledge; the fear of the Lord is the key to this treasure.” I love this as it takes my mind to a verse in Proverbs 9:10. I also search my Bible app this morning on the fear of the Lord. If you get a chance, look at the verses that come up, so many. That would be a great study in the Word. Then in verse 10 – 14 it shows the fear we should have as we, by our sin can not handle the all consuming fire that is our God, His holiness leaves the sinners terrified. I picture in these verses anything or anyone getting to near to the heat of the sun or hot lava, and instantly ashes. The reason we need Jesus redemption to be cleansed and to be holy enough to dwell with our God. Then Isaiah 33:13-19 letting us know who can dwell on high with God. And who will be seen no more, makes me think on the judgement and how only the by the blood and the salvation of Jesus, praise God can we truly be what is laid out here. Okay that is all but so much to ponder in here, I look forward to your thoughts ERB. Sorry I am long winded so much here. I leave you with the last glimpse of heaven, Isaiah 33:24 We look forward to “No one living in Zionwill say, I am ill, and the sins of those who dwell there will be forgiven.” No more seizures for you, no more diabetes for me, no more cancer, no one will be ill. But more importantly because of Jesus sins are forgiven. Hallelujah!
Listened tot he podcast yesterday and very appreciated the challenge to read the OT “through the lens of Christ” as He is the “thread that holds the whole Bible together”.
Q1: God will be with me. My heart needs this reminder today because our first Monday without school feels like a big deal. (I put a lot of pressure on setting the tone.)
However, my need for awareness of God’s presence pales in comparison to the need of several members of my family. Praying this morning for my brother in the Navy who is on a special team that’s in the midst of deployment. Praying for his fiancé who recently got diagnosed with adult epilepsy. And lastly praying for my sister who has a mental illness that was under control, but last night it seemed to be going off kilter again. She has two children (6 yr old boy, 4 yr old girl). My heart hurts.
“Do not be terrified; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God WILL BE WITH YOU wherever you go.” Joshua 1:9
The Lord has been with me, IS with me and will be with me. He is with each of them too in their struggles.
Q2: God keeps His promises. He said He would take them into the promised land. And He did! He said He will be with us, and He will! He says that if we believe in the saving work of Jesus we will be saved, and WE ARE! God is faithful, and He has proved it over and over.
We can live confidently and courageously because God is with us. What He calls us to do, where He charges us to go and whatever challenges He permits need not frighten us. We have His presence, His power and His promises. What more could we need?
He knows we’ll need encouragement and faith and we will lack these at some time….so the repeated admonition for courage rings true for every time and age…..
TAYLOR, just saw your comment after posting earlier. So glad the wedding went well and that you were able to embrace the joy of the day!
“Be strong and courageous.” I used to give these words to my children and I now pray those words over my adult children, but I really need those words myself, daily!
MATTHEW 28:10 – Then Jesus told them, “Do not be afraid. Go and tell my brothers to leave for Galilee, and they will see me there.”
I glanced back to the verses before the Great Commission and saw that verse. I’m so glad God led me there to see that connection to the verses in today’s reading! Wow!
KRISTEN, thanks for sharing that message!
SEARCHING, praying for wisdom, confirmation, and peace in those decisions.
Joshua 1:9 has been a fav verse for some time! Take aways: God is always with me. Be courageous. Have faith. Do as God commands. He will always be there to carry me through life, even if I don’t feel His presence.
1. God is always with me. I can always turn to him when needed – whether it is worry, stress or sadness God will be faithful to me if I am faithful to him.
2. I need to trust in God fully and stop spending time worrying and stressing about world problems. I should spend that time being in God’s presence and worshiping him.
Joshua is the historical account of Gods fulfillment of His promise. I pray that I have the faith to obey and fully receive Gods promises- to trust that I am chosen and to believe that God knows best in all things! I pray we sisters are STRONG and COURAGEOUS this week and spread the love of Jesus wherever ours heels may fall!! Peace and love to you all!!
Happy Monday SRT family! Thank you all for your prayers for my sister’s wedding. It was so beautiful and so much fun :) For my maid of honor toast, I wrote a song based to the tune of Taylor Swift’s love story and sang it for her wedding. It was a mix of funny and sentimental and I had so much fun with it!
WOW today’s message was needed. I have been wallowing in my singleness and throwing myself a pity party. God has already put it on my heart that I need to “grow where I am planted” and find joy and gratitude in this season. I definitely needed the reminder that He’s always with me, because so often I look to the physical presence of a relationship to satisfy me instead of God’s presence. @Kristen, Hebrews 13:5-6 also stood to me with the part of “Be content with what you have.” I may not have a relationship, but I have a great support system of family and friends who I can go to for emotional support and just someone to talk too.
The quote from todays devotion “God gave Israel victories, but each required a step of faith” also stood out to me. What step of faith is God calling me into? For months, it was the step of faith to walk away from my relationship. Now I feel it is finding contentment, gratitude, and joy in this season. I think I might start back up a gratitude journal to really reflect on the blessings big and small of each day. Have a blessed Monday everyone!
@Taylor thanks for your encouraging reflections.
Praying for you Searching with the work that is ahead!
I like what Anna said. In Joshua God gave the people a land. And a promise to be with them. But that presence came through a building and priests. He was not IN them. I have been thinking a lot lately and the Holy Spirit in me. Do I make room for him to work? Do I take time to listen? His presence in me is such a gift. Be strong and courageous for He in is me and will be in me til the end of the age
SEARCHING praying for God to give you peace in the decision making. He is with you.
1. God’s presence is a constant whether I feel it or not. That is the greatest step of faith some days. It is one reason I need to be in fellowship with other believers who are being Jesus’ hands and feet ao that I see God in my life. I pray that I am a manifestation of God’s presence for others too.
2. God always fulfills His promises in His time. Abraham did not physically see the nation that would come from Isaac, but it jappened. I may not physically see the thkngs God has promised until heaven but that doesn’t make God any less faithful. Like Joshua, I need to stay strong and courageous.
Hope all my SRT sisters have a good week.
I have a LOT of work deadlines this month, one of which requires a decision that once made – there is no going back. Have been praying (begging) God for wisdom and do not yet have a sense of the right direction.
TINA – you are missed!
We need a new “normal “
1. If your Father, God, is always with you wherever you go, it means you can find refuge in Him all the time. It says in Joshua – don’t be afraid. So knowing God is always present with us helps to cope with fear, panic, insecurity and loneliness. Though for me personally sometimes I struggle to accept my circumstances. If God is present, why can’t He change them? A lot of people are tortured in prison here (Belarus) these days and I keep wondering, if I was one of them would the thought of God’s presence really help me cope?
2. It’s amazing how God grows redemption. He started with one nation (and some converted gentiles within it), He gave them land. And now He calls people from every nation to become His people and He gave all land. In the OT people just receive the land, in NT people receive power to bring other to the One Who gives live itself. It’s much bigger, better and more glorious.
Well said
The verses from Hebrews 13:5-6 stood out to me. “Keep your life free from the love of money. Be satisfied with what you have, for he himself has said, I will never leave you or abandon you. Therefore, we may boldly say, The Lord is my helper; I will not be afraid. What can man do to me?”
Hebrews 13:5-6 CSB Wow! What powerful and comforting verses!!!
I I heard a message on small steps today. Then I read this from above: God gave Israel victories, but each victory required a step of faith. The pastor talked about this part of Psalms: “The Lord makes firm the steps of the one who delights in him; though he may stumble, he will not fall, for the Lord upholds him with his hand.”
Psalms 37:23-24 NIV
He talked about getting stuck. There are many reasons to get stuck in a place. Maybe you know God has something for you to do, but you aren’t there yet. He talked about climbing Mount Everest. Those people have to take rests to get acclimated to the changes in atmospheric pressure. Sometimes they have to go part way back down before going up. If they would have just been dropped off at the top, they wouldn’t survive. He was relating this to what might be happening in someone”s walk. We may want God to just get us there now, but there are reasons for the steps. He thinks that God rejoices in our small steps. We may stumble, but we can repent. He is able to uphold us.
God may we seek You.Thank You that we can cry out to You when we feel stuck, need healing, or deliverance. Please order our footsteps amen. heard a message on small steps today. Then I read this from above: God gave Israel victories, but each victory required a step of faith. The pastor talked about this part of Psalms: “The Lord makes firm the steps of the one who delights in him; though he may stumble, he will not fall, for the Lord upholds him with his hand.”
Psalms 37:23-24 NIV
He talked about getting stuck. There are many reasons get stuck in a place. Maybe you know God has something for you to do, but you aren’t there yet. He talked about climbing Mount Everest. Those people have to take rests to get acclimated to the changes in atmospheric pressure. Sometimes they have to go part way back down before going up. If they would have just been dropped off at the top, they wouldn’t survive. He was relating this to what might be happening in someone”s walk. We may want God to just get us there now, but there are reasons for the steps. He thinks that God rejoices in our small steps. We may stumble, but we can repent. He is able to uphold us. I thought I’d share. Hope this may help someone.
God may we seek You.Thank You that we can cry out to You when we feel stuck, need healing, or deliverance. Thank You that You don’t leave us alone and You are unchanging. Please order our footsteps and help us listen to the leading of the Holy Spirit and follow and obey. Amen.
If anyone is aware of current events in America, this passage means everything. God is telling Joshua to get ready and be prepared for the day God has promised is here. Amanda Ensing (canceled, conservative, and Christian) posted a video on Instagram talking about how God has been telling her to get ready for His return. She talked about how people are expecting the world to go back to normal after the pandemic but the thing is, there will be no going back. God allowed this pandemic for His purpose and He will not be taking steps back. There is more for this country and we may be the Joshuas to see our people over to the other side. Will we be ready?