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Hebrews 11:30
The LORD gave instructions to Joshua of how the Israelites should go about defeating the city of Jericho, and their faith in following the instructions was rewarded with victory. Joshua 6:2 (NKJV) states, “And the LORD said to Joshua: “See! I have given Jericho into your hand, its king, and the mighty men of valor.” Joshua and the Israelites did not set out to conquer Jericho on their own, it was through their faith in God and following His instructions for them that allowed them to overcome the obstacles that they faced in conquering not just Jericho, but throughout all their battles as led by God into the promised land.
This is an example that God will fulfill the promises He makes to us if we will have faith in Him.
Sometimes God will put within our hearts to march around the city of Jericho until He breaks down the walls so that we may enter and overcome the adversary. The focus here is not to dwell on the human aspect of the toils and boredom of marching around while waiting for the LORD to work in our lives, but to march expectantly that the LORD is working through our lives as we have faith that He will do what He says; that we have confidence in Him and stand tall in our faith in Him.
Dear LORD,
Please help us to be patient and wait with expectancy for You to work in our lives as we follow what You put in our hearts. Please help us to see that You are growing us into a deeper relationship with You as we learn to be patient and trust in You to accomplish Your mission for our lives, that through us You would be glorified. In Jesus name I pray, amen.