Joshua 9 has such a convicting story - every time I read it, I see myself doing the very same things. News of God defeating the current inhabitants of the land and giving the land to the Israelites spread far and wide. People in the town of Gibeon knew they were next on the list, so they disguised themselves as being from a far off country and said they heard of the great God and all He had done and they wanted to come to be their servants. They brought along moldy bread and old wine skins and worn out sandals, thereby looking as if they had come a long distance. Here is the convicting verse:
14 So the Israelite leaders examined their food, but they did not consult the Lord. 15 Then Joshua made a peace treaty with them and guaranteed their safety, and the leaders of the community ratified their agreement with a binding oath.
How often do I do the same thing? Look at surrounding circumstances and make a decision without consulting the Lord - too many times, I'm afraid to say. God, please help me to remember this story and consult You with all the details of my life.
At times like I am in now, where I am overwhelmed with life, I need to remember this:
10:42 .... for the Lord, the God of Israel, was fighting for his people.
I have to remember that God is fighting for me, and give Him the glory. I can't be out here 'on my own'.
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Why is it that when we make assumptions we are always wrong? We have to decide to not use appearances to dictate what we do, but rather listen to God.
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