CanuckLynn
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« on: October 26, 2009, 03:29:22 pm » |
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From Joshua 10
Five different kings all formed an alliance against the children of Israel. The Lord tells Joshua, “Do not fear them for I have delivered them into your hand; not a man of them shall stand before you.” Talk about encouragement. God basically says don’t worry about how many come against you, I’ve got it covered.
Joshua and the mighty men marched all night to get to the battle. Can you imagine how tired they would have been? They didn’t sleep, but marched all night! However, the Lord was working on their behalf. As the children of Israel marched, the Lord routed the enemy before them. He killed them, chased them, and struck them down. Some tried to flee but the Lord cast down large hail stones so much that more died from the hail than by the sword.
So as Joshua prepares for battle, he asks God not to let the sun do gown until they get their revenge. What happens? The sun stood still about a day, that meant Joshua and his men had two days of daylight to battle. The result, Joshua and his men were able to capture Makkedah, Libnah, Lachish, Geqer, Eglon, Hebron and Debir in only two days time! The Bible doesn’t tell us how many people were in those seven cities, but we can assume there were many. For Joshua and team to take that many cities in only two days would have been quite a feat. God showed Himself mighty before Joshua and his men had to fight. It’s as if God says “remember what I can do. All this power is on your side.”
When was the last time you felt surrounded by enemies? Do not fear, but draw close to God. He will direct your path and show you the way out. Our God is mighty and can do whatever it takes to deliver you. Rely on Him and you can’t go wrong.
Precious Father, you are the way, the truth and the life. Thank you for saving us and putting our feet on solid foundation. Your righteous right hand will uphold us. Help us to remember you are with us and will deliver us as we continue to be steadfast in You. In your precious name we pray. Amen.
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Life without God is like an unsharpened pencil- it has no point.
Hebrews 11:1 (NIV) Now faith is being sure of what we hope for and certain of what we do not see.
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Kmcnfl
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« Reply #1 on: October 26, 2009, 05:20:51 pm » |
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Thank you for sharing Georgie! I am so thankful that I serve a living God! A God who takes care of my every need!
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