Scripture:
Numbers 32:12 "The only exceptions are Caleb son of Jephunneh the Kenizzite and Joshua son of Nun, for they have wholeheartedly followed the Lord".
Observation:
The Exodus from Egypt was a huge event! Scholars differ about how many people actually left Egypt and traveled to the Promised Land, but it was a huge number into the millions of people. Of the men who left Egypt 20 years and above, only two would be allowed to enter the promised land. While thousands wanted to go back to Egypt, Joshua and Caleb wanted to settle in God's land of promise. While others saw giants and felt it was impossible, Joshua and Caleb believed GOd would give them the land and conquer their enemies. Joshua and Caleb were honored for their faith and were the only men who left Egypt who were allowed to enter the promised land. God honors faith in Him!
Application:
When everyone wanted to turn back and felt like giving up because of some difficulties, Joshua and Caleb exercised faith in God. When the circumstances of life leave you feeling like there is no hope, you must hold onto God and trust Him even more at that point. There is a reward for those who wholeheartedly follow the Lord. They get to do things that others don't. They get to see God move mightily. People of faith, who truly trust God in every area of life are few, but these people are world shakers. God always asks us to do things that are out of our comfort zone and that are not easy because it will cause us to have to trust Him. most of us never step out and go for it because we fear failure. Step out and believe God will do what He says He will do.
Prayer:
Lord, I want to live a life of faith. I want to enter the promised land and wholeheartedly follow You. Help me to do all that you put in my heart. Help me to fear nothing but You and finish every job You have given me to do. Help me not be discouraged by the present, but remain in faith when things are not progressing as fast as I want them to.
Yours,
Jeff
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