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YOU HAVE SEEN SALVATION—REMEMBER!

The times of conquering are over! The Promised Land is settled.  Everyone has a place to live.  God has granted and time of peace and rest to the Israelites.  God’s leader, Joshua has been a great leader who stood firm … Continue reading

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GOING HOME TO THE OTHER SIDE

I do declare that family squabbles begin with mere assumptions and presumptions!  We assume what a one member of the family is thinking and then presume what they will do according to our judgement.  But often, that is not what … Continue reading

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DIVIDE AND CONQUER!

Divide and conquer!  This philosophy is used still in our daily lives as parents, teachers, leaders of companies, and even at your local fast-food place!  We divide responsibilities among those present to complete tasks, projects, and service more efficiently.  Moses … Continue reading

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GO—TAKE POSSESSION OF GOD’S PROMISE

More often that not, with tight fisted hands, we hold on for dear life what does not give life at all.  We hold on to things for the temporary pleasure they give until the newness fades and the excitement of … Continue reading

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SETTLING IN

All things are new when people move to another home in a another part of town, another state or even a new country.  Everything is new and different from all you knew before. We have moved a few times.  Looking … Continue reading

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THE WORK

“I thank my God every time I remember you. In all my prayers for all of you, I always pray with joy because of your partnership in the gospel from the first day until now, being confident of this, that he who began a good work … Continue reading

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THE LIST OF CONQUERS

Do you keep a list of those things God helped you overcome and conquer?  Maybe we should! Maybe we need to refer to that list often and give God praise for all He has done and is doing in our … Continue reading

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FOLLOWING GOD’S SPECIFIC DIRECTIONS LEADS TO VICTORY OVER EVIL

Joshua led Israel’s army to many victories over the Canaanites. Though the Israelites were outnumbered, God is never outnumbered. He encouraged, supported, and brought victory to them. After seven years of campaigning, the Israelites destroyed the alliance of Canaanite tribes.  … Continue reading

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REMEMBER THAT TIME WHEN…

Just yesterday I spent time with a young mom who told of the miracles of God that had happened in her family.  Then I shared the recent miracle of God in my family.  How God must smile when we remember … Continue reading

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BATTLE STRATEGIES

As we read of the battles Israel must face as they take possession of the land promised to them from generations past; it is not uncommon to wonder why God ordered all the inhabitants of these cities to be destroyed … Continue reading

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