Scripture:
Joshua 24:13 "I gave you land you had not worked on, and I gave you towns you did not build - the towns where you are now living. I gave you vineyards and olive groves for food, though you did not plant them".
Observation:
God is speaking to the people of Israel through Joshua as he is nearing the end of his life. He shares how God went before them and took care of them all the way since Egypt. We see here that God gave them things they didn't work for or even deserve. His goodness gave them everything they needed for success. They inhabited cities that were already built. Everything they needed to run a society and a nation were already there. Once the enemies were defeated, they were able to pick up the pieces and establish themselves in those territories.
Application:
God always provides more than enough for His children. We don't deserve His love and grace, but He gives it willingly. As He went before the children of Israel and prepared provision for them, so He will do for us today. He can turn entire economies and governments when God wants to do something for His children. He provided the need before they needed it. God knows tomorrow better than we know yesterday. He knows what you need and is working on the plan before you arrive! Isn't that awesome!
Prayer:
Lord, if you took such care for those who murmured in the wilderness and had no faith, how much more we who have been adopted and chosen by You to be called Sons. You prepared provision for them and they occupied territories they did not build, they reaped blessings they did not sow. You know how to take care of Your people. Teach me to trust You more. Increase my faith to go beyond believing and into being convinced of Your faithfulness in every situation.
I love you Lord,
Jeff
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