Deuteronomy 1-3, Psalm 53
Deuteronomy 3:21-22 (NLT)
“At that time I gave Joshua this charge: ‘You have seen for yourself everything the Lord your God has done to these two kings. He will do the same to all the kingdoms on the west side of the Jordan. Do not be afraid of the nations there, for the Lord your God will fight for you.’”
In Deuteronomy 3:21–22, Moses recalls how he encouraged Joshua as he prepared to lead the people. Moses reminded Joshua of everything the Lord had done to defeat Sihon king of the Amorites and Og king of Bashan. He urged him to remember Father-God’s faithfulness when facing new challenges and to trust in the Lord’s covenant promises. Moses emphasized that courage must be rooted not in personal strength but in confidence that the Lord goes before His people.
These verses remind me that when I face new challenges, I need to remember the Lord’s faithfulness in my past. Father-God keeps His promises. Just as He fulfilled His word to give the land of Canaan to Abraham’s descendants, He remains faithful to every covenant promise He makes.
I relate to Joshua’s position. The Holy Spirit has guided me toward writing fiction novels to help draw people closer to the Lord. When I tried to pursue this calling on my own, I struggled and failed. But as my relationship with the Holy Spirit has deepened and my trust in the Lord’s promises has grown, my fear and anxiety about the future have lessened. I know I am not walking this path alone. The Lord is with me, and I can move forward with confidence in His guidance and support.
If these verses resonate with you—if you feel drawn to place your faith in Jesus Christ, the One who gives you courage to fulfill His purposes for your life—this may be your moment. Open your heart to Him. Speak to Him in prayer, expressing your trust, your desire to walk with Him, and your willingness to welcome His presence into your life. God is faithful and ready to meet you exactly where you are.
Heavenly Father, I give You my life. Please forgive me for all my sins and wash me clean through the blood of Jesus. I believe in my heart that You raised Jesus from the dead, and I confess with my mouth that Jesus is my Lord and Savior. I receive Your forgiveness and the gift of salvation. Thank You, Lord—I am saved, I am forgiven, I am clean, and I am made new in Jesus’ name. Amen.
If you prayed this prayer, welcome to the family of Father-God! I encourage you to find and join a Holy Spirit–filled, full-Gospel, Bible-based church where you can grow in your faith and experience the Lord’s love, signs, wonders, and miracles in your life.
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