TODAY’S WORD from Joel and Victoria
When Joshua and the Israelites needed to get across the Jordan River,
God said He would open it up, but they had to get their feet wet before
the waters parted. They could have sat back and thought, “As soon as God
opens it, then we’ll walk toward it. It doesn’t make sense to go now.
The river is still flowing. Everything is normal. Nothing is unusual.”
No, they took a step of faith and
started walking toward the water. I can imagine when water got up to
their ankles they thought, “What are we doing walking into a river? We
could drown.” Water got up to their knees and thoughts said, “You’d
better turn around. You’re making a mistake.” Water up to their waist.
They just kept walking. What is that? Bold obedience. About that time,
the river supernaturally parted. They walked into their promised land.
In the same way, if you’re going to make it to your promised land, it’s
going to take this bold obedience. You’re not always going to
understand what God is doing. God is not always logical. Faith is not in
your head; faith is in your heart. You’ve got to turn your mind off and
listen to what God is saying in your heart. Take a step of faith. Get
your feet wet and move forward into the blessing and victory He has in
store for you!
A PRAYER FOR TODAY
Father, thank
You for parting the waters and leading me in victory! I choose to take a
step of faith; I choose to obey You. I choose to step out into the
water knowing that you have a good plan for me in Jesus’ name! Amen.
— Joel & Victoria Osteen
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