Journey Out Of The Wilderness

Seven years of total domination.  Seven nations conquered. At least 31 kings defeated.  Approximately 10,000 square miles of choice real estate claimed. They were vastly outnumbered, under equipped and voted least likely to conquer some of the most barbaric armies in history.  Most historians, unless they've taken the time to study Hebrew history, would never associate these facts with the nation of Israel, but this is exactly what transpired in the lives of God's people and it is all chronicled in the book of Joshua. Joshua documents for us the journey of this often forgotten nation, as they exit the wilderness and enter the promised land of Canaan.  As we study their journey into a land "flowing with milk and honey", a land that was promised to Abraham, we too want to embark on our own journey out of the wilderness and into the land that God is waiting to give us.

Don't miss this Sunday as Pastor Avery, from Common Ground Church, will be preaching from Joshua 3.  His focus will be on the challenge of crossing over the Jordan River (fear and doubt) and leaving our past behind, so that we can experience the promised land (Canaan) that awaits us on the other side.  I would encourage you to take some time over the next few days to read Joshua 3 and ask God to show you what current challenge is hindering you from seeing the future that God has for you.

Over the next 3 Sundays, you will hear from Pastor Avery, Pastor Norm and Larry, our council chairman.  Please be praying for these men as they seek the Holy Spirit for guidance as they prepare to preach God's message to his people. Also, our family is leaving tomorrow (Saturday) morning for some much needed rest and relaxation.  During my absence, if you hear of any congregational needs, please inform Cheryle Douglas in the church office.

See you in a couple weeks!

Pastor Doug