The same dependable guidelines that
were given to Joshua and the Israelites, are for us as well. We must be
deliberate and intentional in following them.
We
must intentionally rely on God’s Provision (And the Lord said to Joshua, “Today I will begin to exalt you in the eyes of all
Israel, so they may know that I am with you as I was with Moses. - Joshua
3:7) God was with Moses and is now with Joshua. He has not changed, doesn’t
forget, slow down, or need time off! Jesus knows perfectly well what we
need even before we ask.
We also must
intentionally rely God’s Prescriptions (Tell the priests who carry the ark of the
covenant: ‘When you reach the edge of the Jordan’s waters, go and stand in the
river. - Joshua 3:8) God
makes no mistakes.
He gives us
exactly what we need.
We need to follow directions and take our medicine!
The priests moved
– stood – then the people followed. Life
would be so much simpler and richer if we would just do what God says. – like
Israel we must Follow directions, take a step, stand, and encourage movement
within the body of Christ. God means what He says and says what He means,
and it’s always for our good. Remember to listen intently and follow intentionally!
Amen?
Amen?