Obedience

Joshua 7; Joshua 8; Psalm 69; 1 Corinthians 5

Scripture:
Joshua 7:¹²What they stole was supposed to be destroyed, and now Israel itself must be destroyed. I cannot help you anymore until you do exactly what I have said. That's why Israel turns and runs from its enemies instead of standing up to them.

Observation:
Joshua's men were disobedient and this resulted in them been beaten, chased and hiding. God told them to destroy the city of Ai but they refused. Disobedience always results in sacrifice. God speaks to Joshua and instructs him on what to do, God's grace is once again extended to His people. you would think that would have learned from the 40 years in the desert.

Application:
It is so critical to be walking in line with the Lord. When we are out of line with God the blessing and favor of God is held up. God's plans are halted until we get in line with Him. It is so critical to not rush ahead of God, but to consistently wait on Him and realign to His will. Prayer and discernment are critical to my life. They keep me in line with the will of God and the steps He has ordained for me. That's what made king David a great man of God. He spent lots of time worshiping God, sitting in His presence, getting direction. God does not have favorites, He has intimates. The routine and scheduling of my life is getting better and I can sense that I am must healthy with the pace of life. I must guard my rocks and schedule. There will always be another meeting, another appointment, another person needing my time, but I cannot forsake the importance of being in God's presence. This will keep me in check and in His will.

Prayer:
Father I pray today for Your voice in my life. Guide my steps and thoughts. Help me to walk out the steps You have for me today. I pray for todays meeting and for Your presence, without You nothing will happen. I pray for my faith and obedience to Your will. Help me to be fresh and relevant through Your Holy Spirit. I pray today for freedom. I pray for breakthrough. Bless my leaders and students today. Refresh them all by your Spirit. Bless my team and help them to serve You with passion, vision and discernment. I pray for my wife today and ask You to refresh her. She has served so faithfully this week and I pray You refresh her by Your spirit.
Thank You again for calling and choosing me. It is an honor to be used by You.
Amen.