THE COMMANDS OF GOD

” THIS IS MY COMMAND- BE STRONG AND COURAGEOUS! DO NOT BE AFRAID OR DISCOURAGED. FOR THE LORD YOUR GOD IS WITH YOU WHEREVER YOU GO. ” JOSHUA 1:9

In Joshua 1:9 God was commanding Joshua to be strong and courageous and, to not be afraid or discouraged. These were not actions that God was asking Joshua to follow. These were actions that God were commanding Joshua to follow. The command given to him was important to follow because he was about to lead the Israelites across the Jordan River into the land God had given them. This was quite a heafty task, one that could very well instill fear and doubt. But , God reassured Joshua by telling him that He was with him no matter where he went. You and I have been adopted into the family of God. We have many challenges ahead of us just as Joshua did. Our God is the same yesterday, today and tommorow. That command given to Joshua is still good for us today. We must remember that God has commanded us to not fear, doubt or worry. If we follow his command then our lives will become much easier. Doubt , worry and fear do nothing more than shorten our lives. They put a heavy toll on minds and bodies. We must not allow the devil and his evil demons to enter any phase of our lives. If we follow the commands of our God in heaven then we will add days to our lives and be able to live in peace and joy. We must remember and believe his promise, ” God is with you wherever you go.” PRAISE THE LORD IN ALL THINGS!