6. It’s for God’s glory before the nations.
The “promised land” for the Israelites wasn’t heaven; it wasn’t anything like heaven. There were battles still to be fought and won. It would not be comfortable or easy. God’s intention for His people was that they would be a light to the nations (Isaiah 49:6). Whatever plans God has for us, His children, you can be sure those plans are to ultimately bring glory and honor to His Son. He created us to glory Him. Isaiah 43:6-7 says, “Bring my sons from afar and my daughters from the end of the earth, every one who is called by my name, whom I created for my glory” (italics added). He has us here on this, before the nations of earth, to “show forth his praise” (1 Peter 2:9).
So, ask yourself, is your vision in any way motivated by self-glory, self-improvement or greed? Once all impure and selfish motives are scraped away, does your heart still burn with a vision to only bring glory and honor to your Savior and be His light to the world? If so, embrace God’s Word to Joshua as His Word to you: “Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go” (Joshua 1:9b).
Praying for Direction
Meditate and pray through these powerful verses to help build your faith and hear God’s voice of direction:
Trust in the Lord with all your heart; do not depend on your own understanding. Seek his will in all you do, and he will show you which path to take. —Proverbs 3:5-6 (NLT)
In his heart a man plans his course, but the LORD determines his steps. —Proverbs 16:9 (NIV)
I know, LORD, that our lives are not our own. We are not able to plan our own course. —Jeremiah 10:23 (NIV)
And see if there be any wicked way in me, and lead me in the way everlasting. —Psalm 139:24 (NLT)
Lead me in the right path, O LORD, or my enemies will conquer me. Make your way plain for me to follow. —Psalm 5:8 NLT)
I will teach you wisdom’s ways and lead you in straight paths. —Proverbs 4:11 (NTL)
The LORD is my shepherd; I have all that I need. —Psalm 23:1 (NLT)
*This article content is from a teaching segment by Dwayne Moore at the Worship Leader Intensive.
