Joshua lessons

Great service last night at HOPE! Pastor Scott went through a number of the chapters in Joshua that most people probably skip right over. All the alotments for this tribe or that tribe seem to have little if no significance to our lives, but when you take the time to read between the lines, that is when the truth really jumps out.

A few highlights from last night that I jotted down.

1. Joshua 12:9-24...A list of the conquered kings of the promise land
a. None of their proper names were used
b. Their lives were spent trying to make a name for themselves
c. In God's kingdom they were insignificant
d. Application: Building God's kingdom and not your own is the key to leaving a legacy.

2. Chapter 13:8...half tribe of Manasseh received their inheritance east of the Jordon.
a. God's intention was to settle on the west side
b. God permitted them to live on the east.
c. These tribes were the first tribes to be carried away into captivity in future years.
d. Application: You'll be happiest and most fulfilled when you're living in the territory and calling that you're meant to live in.
e. Whenever you live beyond, you open yourselves to things God doesn't intend for you.

3. Chapter 14...85 and feeling fine (Caleb finally gets his due)
a. 45 years prior Caleb receives a promise from God.
b. Now he's coming to claim it.
c. Application: Things that God has promised you, cling to it, write it down, pray over it, and never, ever let it go.
d. Keep your dreams alive and never let them go.

The entire night really spoke to my heart, but there is not a story that inspires me like that of Caleb...I strive to live with that kind of resolve.