God had given the Israelites the land, but it remained for them to go and possess it. God told Joshua that he would give him every place where he would set his foot. This sounds simple, but in fact it was, from a human point of view, an intimidating venture. For wherever they would set their foot in Canaan they would find a strong and militant people swooping down upon them like a swarm of bees. However, God had told them that they should not be deterred by this. He told them that if they walked ahead trusting in his promise, despite the intimidation of the enemy, he would drive the people out before them. The promises of God are something you must walk ahead into. As you step out God will fulfil his promises in the process. God will not prove himself to you until you prove that you are willing to trust him. Often we look for concrete assurance before we step forward in obedience to God. But concrete assurance comes after you step forward and even then it may not come straight away. Faith is being assured before you see the results. It is the conviction that God is faithful and the willingness to risk all and entrust your life to him.
Ask God where he might be calling you to step out in faith. Pray for the strength and courage to take this step.
Read Joshua 1:1-9
