Saturday, June 6, 2009

Be Strong and Courageous!

“Do not be dismayed, for the Lord is with you wherever you go.”

- Joshua 1:9

Have you ever thought about all that Joshua had witnessed in his lifetime? The 10 outrageous plagues in Egypt. A pillar of fire that guided and guarded them. The Red Sea opening to a dry path, and then closing to swallow up the Pharaoh’s army. Miraculous manna from Heaven, provided fresh every morning. Water in the desert. Stone tablets etched by the finger of God. Moses’ face radiating from being in God’s presence.

The history he had with God provided a foundation for the destiny God had for him.

Read some of Joshua today, and remember all that God has done in your life. Then hear him say, “Be strong and courageous!