Word for the day "Be Strong"
Joshua 1:9 (NKJV) Have I not commanded you? Be strong and of good courage; do not be afraid, nor be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.”There must have been a time when we had high hopes for a promising life-before those hopes were stolen. But then, through the difficult and problematic circumstances of growing up, we learned to settle for a life that was far less than what we had once hoped for. We may have come to the conclusion that a normal, good life is reserved for people better or stronger than ourselves. God led the nation of Israel out of bondage in Egypt, through the wilderness, and to the edge of the Promised Land. But as they stood on the border, looking into the land of Canaan, they lacked the faith and courage to go in. Joshua was one of the few who had the faith to go for it, but because of the others, he was held back. Forty years later the chance came again. I believe in this season of our lives the Lord is giving many of us another chance to get our relationship with Him, and each other in order!Just before he entered the land, the Lord told him, "Be strong and courageous! Do not be afraid or discouraged. For the LORD your God is with you wherever you go" (Joshua 1:9). Point to ponder- People of God we need to be courageous. We need to believe that there can be good things in life for us. We, too, can be encouraged that regardless of the failures in our families and our past, we can start all over again.Our Leadership team is especially thankful for those of you who provided financial donations and support in the month of January 2016 by partnering with us in efforts to advance the kingdom of God in this 21st century season: Special thanks to Mr. Calvin Jackson, Mr. William Wilson, and Mr. Kenneth Washington. Why don't you take the opportunity to write us on our blog and let us know how we are doing in serving you Great people, we'd love to hear from you!Follow me on Twitter @Elder James Baker, as I endeavor to encourage and empower leaders of today and tomorrow!Kingdom Blessings,Pastor James Baker, Jr.Thank you for using the Word Cup devotionals brought to you through Grace and Truth Leadership on (Word press). We are a faith-based, donor-supported ministry. If you have been touched by these daily devotionals, and would like to make a monthly pledge or a special gift of any amount, please use the link below to give as the Lord leads. Thank you so much!http://www.graceandtruthleadership.org/#!donate/vv9e2