Devotionals

When God Calls Us On

by Jennifer Woodley 
06/04/23
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 "You have stayed long enough at this mountain. Resume your journey and go into the hill country of the Amorites as well as the neighbouring regions.” Deuteronomy 1:6-7 (NRSV)

 God called the nation of Israel to break camp and move on up into the Promised Land that He had chosen for them. The Israelites appeared ready and willing to obey God's command, but in reality, they were not. God said, “Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged” (verse 21). Yet they allowed fear and doubt to rob them of the awaiting blessing. God said, “It is a good land that I am giving you.” (verse 25). However, they focused on the obstacles and difficulties instead. God said, “The Lord your God, who goes before you, is the one who will fight for you.” (verse 30), yet despite this promise, the people did not trust in the Lord.

 When God tells us to break camp and move out to face a new challenge will we be ready to obey? Will we be found cowering and afraid or full of confidence and courage? When God calls us into new situations, He has already prepared the way and will give us the victory, if we obey and believe. God gives us the power to overcome obstacles and difficulties. However, like the Israelites, do we allow the difficulties to control our life and the fear of them immobile us so that we cease moving into the blessing and abundant living that God has purposed for us?

 We need a growing, maturing faith. Obedience and courage is the key. Let's not shrink back, but go forward with God, knowing with Him we cannot fail.