Stepping Out In Faith - The One Year Devotions for Men on the Go

Joshua son of Nun was full of the spirit of wisdom, for Moses had laid his hands on him. So the people of Israel obeyed him and did everything just as the Lord had commanded Moses. Deuteronomy 34:9

After the death of Moses, God called Joshua to lead the people of Israel into the land of Canaan to claim it as their inheritance. They had the means to do it, and they were certainly motivated. They had been wandering in the wilderness for forty years, eating the same food, wearing the same shoes, and doing the same mundane things every day. They were bored and eager to do something purposeful.

To realize their goal of entering Canaan, however, the Israelites had to cross the Jordan—at flood stage. The river was overflowing its banks, and it looked formidable. Furthermore, nothing but obstacles awaited them on the other side.

If this venture was to succeed, it would require every bit of faith, every bit of energy, and every bit of determination Joshua and the people could muster. It would tax Joshua in every possible way, and there would be many battles.

But it had to be done because it was their calling.

What is your calling? What Jordan must you cross to fulfill your purpose? What battles has God called you to fight? Pursuing your calling will require every bit of faith, every bit of energy, and every bit of determination you can muster. And it will take courage. It will tax you in every possible way, but it must be done. If you go forward, depending fully on God, he will provide everything you need to succeed.

So don’t be afraid! Have courage and take that first step.

Lord, help me never to fear the Jordans I must cross or the battles I must fight. Give me the courage to take that first step.