Reading: Joshua 24
“The Lord our God we will serve, and him we will obey.” Joshua 24: 24
Joshua gathers Israel for a final address and reminds them first that they did not conquer the land
by their own bow or by sword. They did not build the towns or cities that they
now lived in. The land they now owned came from the Lord their God and by His
provision.
So, Joshua exhorts, “revere the
Lord, and serve him in sincerity and in faithfulness.” Choose, he reminds
them. Who will you serve this day?
“The Lord
our God we will serve, and him we will obey.” They made a
solemn commitment, and so Joshua made them a covenant, wrote it in the book of
law of God, took a large stone and set it under the oak by the sanctuary of the
Lord.
“See, this
stone shall be a witness against us; for it has heard all the words of the
Lord.”
And Israel continued to serve the Lord all the days of Joshua.
“But seek
first His kingdom and His righteousness; and all these things shall be added to
you. Therefore do not be anxious for tomorrow; for tomorrow will care for
itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own.” Jesus
reminds His followers of His provision and protection. First seek.
Lord, help us to remember that all we have is by Your grace and
provision. Help us to not choose anxiety and worry before trust and prayer.
Keep our hearts sincere in faithfulness and as a strong witness of Your truth
so that we too will obey Your words as well.
Psalm of Worship: Psalm 144:14
“May there be no breach in the walls, no exile, and no cry of distress
in our streets.”
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