The Life Of A Worship LeaderExemplo

Are You Ready?

Remember the dawning of the New Year? It was full of opportunities and bright futures. Some footsteps seemed easy, while others appeared challenging. So, how did we get here?

The life of Moses made a way for Joshua, and he prepared the people for the work that must be done. In ‪‎Joshua 1‬‬‬‬‬‬‬, God calls Joshua out. Moses has passed, but the journey into the new promised land must continue. This was a new trial and conflict for Joshua. All his life, he learned from such a great and powerful leader; now, the baton was in his hands.

Before Joshua was assigned to do anything, the Lord commanded Joshua with three simple precepts: be strong, be courageous, and be careful to follow God's laws ‪(Joshua 1‬‬‬‬‬‬‬:6-9). Instead of jumping right in, God wanted Joshua to prepare and to learn by wisdom. The task ahead will come and go, but what will be the greater lesson in the end?

Proverbs 4:11-12 says: "I instruct you in the way of wisdom and lead you along straight paths. When you walk, your steps will not be hampered; when you run, you will not stumble." God does not rush Joshua. He clearly wanted him to take his time and prepare. (James 1:5)

It is evident that God wanted Joshua to start at the shallow end of the pool. He knew that there was a timing and a strategy involved in wading the waters. It would provide a better perception of the elements, temperature, and current to navigate the river road.

Similarly, when we seek God's wisdom in our situations, we hold the most valuable compass ever - His word (Psalm 23:3). Sometimes in our haste, even with the best intentions, we can dive right into the deep only to find that we soon become exasperated, overwhelmed, and under-prepared to continue. It's amazing how the Bible serves as a reservoir for our souls. (Psalm 119:162)

Will you dig into His word and seek His timing as you proceed through the remainder of this year? God wants you to be ready for what lies ahead.