Joshua 1:9 The nations who possessed the promised land were powerful, but none more powerful than God. And so the Lord commanded Joshua to not fear as he led God’s people into the land of milk and honey. When we love and follow the Lord in obedience, we never need worry about the battles we… Continue reading June 16th – Joshua 1:9
Tag: Israelites
June 15th – Psalm 95:8
Psalm 95:8 The book of Exodus tells of the travels of the Israelites as they fled Egypt. Through their forty year journey, the people witnessed many miracles of God in His divine care for them. Yet they still grumbled against Him. In spite of all the Lord provided, the people became faithless and their hearts… Continue reading June 15th – Psalm 95:8
June 11th – Nehemiah 8:10
Nehemiah 8:10 After a 70 year exile in Babylon, the Israelites triumphantly returned to their beloved Jerusalem. The people stood behind the newly rebuilt walls and listened as the priest Ezra read aloud from the Book of the Law of Moses. And as they realized how horribly they had rejected and sinned against God, the… Continue reading June 11th – Nehemiah 8:10
May 20th – Exodus 24:3
Exodus 24:3 Imagine being an Israelite. Personally chosen by God to enter into a glorious covenant with Him. Witnessing His power firsthand. Traveling day and night surrounded by His glory and protection. Now imagine experiencing all of that only to turn around and reject His love. It’s easy to make a covenant with God when… Continue reading May 20th – Exodus 24:3
Isaiah 41:10
Isaiah 41:10 After following Moses for forty years, it became Joshua’s turn to lead over two million people. And not just any people, God’s chosen people. But Moses left some sage advice to calm the fears of both Joshua and us. When we get a calling by God, don’t be afraid. Because when He gives… Continue reading Isaiah 41:10
November 28th – Deuteronomy 33:27
Deuteronomy 33:27 We are all searching for a port in the storm. A place of safety and refuge. And a place to call home. For Christian's we have that in the secret place of God’s presence. He is our mighty fortress, and our dwelling place is underneath His everlasting arms. We know the earth is… Continue reading November 28th – Deuteronomy 33:27
November 18th – Isaiah 55:12
Isaiah 55:12 Even though the Israelites were in captivity in Babylon, God promised His people that they would once again taste the goodness of joy. A promise He makes to us as well. For even though we live in the captivity of sin, one day we too will walk in freedom. Because of the great… Continue reading November 18th – Isaiah 55:12
November 15th – Exodus 15:1
Exodus 15:1 Many Christians frown upon celebrating holidays due to their pagan roots. But that’s not true with Thanksgiving. With the original day of December 13, 1621, the colonists started the tradition of giving thanks. A day set aside for feasting, prayer, and gratitude to God for all of His provisions. The Biblical definition of… Continue reading November 15th – Exodus 15:1
Who Is Like You O Lord – Exodus 15:6-11
Exodus 15:6-11 Whenever I would read about the early Israelites, I used to feel a pang of jealousy. After all, they had God in their midst. They encountered first hand His wonders and signs. And they were constantly in His presence as He both provided and traveled with them. Oh how I wished I too… Continue reading Who Is Like You O Lord – Exodus 15:6-11
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