"...so I will be with you; I will never leave you nor forsake you." Joshua 1:5.
What an incredible promise from God. That He will never forsake Joshua. Spoken directly from God to Joshua. In Joshua 1, the words "be strong and courageous" are used 4 times. These are great words of encouragement, that should be my guidance just as it was for Joshua. The Lord said these encouraging words to Joshua three times and it reflected in Joshua as he then encouraged the people, who in turn, encouraged back to Joshua to "be strong and courageous". A full circle of encouragement.
This is to be my personal "theme" for this coming year. To be an encourager. It seems to be a recurring thought, as today's Drive Time Devotional on Mark (week 1, day 1) was how Barnabas was an encourager to Paul and to Mark. And even through their incredible trials, these men were able to move beyond the barriers, opposition, and even rejection to become great men of faith. All becasue they were encouraged by a friend. So too as I am an encourager to others, to my family, my small group, they too will step up to live lives of service to Jesus Christ.
About Me
- Steve Still
- Just an ordinary guy, who is a disciple of Jesus Christ. A husband and father. Involved in several ministries at Saddleback Church Lake Forest, including worship leader, motel outreach, childrens small group leader, couples small group leader, and Chaplain for The Purpose Driven Boy Scout Troop. Lover of my God, my family and of coarse guitars and vintage Lionel trains. I regularly read the bible and journal the inspiration that the Holy Spirit provides to me. I thought it would be great to share my journal thoughts and prayers. May you be touched as I have been.
