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Day 28 – Transition
Going off to college was difficult for me. I was jealous of those of my peers who seemed right at home on day one. For me, transition was something I hadn’t spent much time thinking about before I got here. Since that time, I’ve been able to think about just how valuable the experience can be.
In the Book of Joshua, the leader of God’s chosen people, Moses, has just died. Moses led the people out of captivity in Egypt and they were on their way to the land God had promised them. The Israelites were in their own season of transition, and likely had doubts about what their future would hold. But God spoke to his people and gave Joshua a message, a word of hope for the people. God commanded Joshua to be strong and courageous (Joshua 1:6). In a climate where, perhaps, Joshua received little assurance or direction, God set before him a plan of action.
This plan began with a promise, “Wherever you set foot, you will be on land I have given you” (v. 3). Because Joshua trusted God, the Lord honored Joshua, saying, “I will be with you as I was with Moses. I will not fail you or abandon you” (v. 5).
God’s plan also included substance. He told Joshua what to think about and what to hope for, what to fill his mind with. God said to Joshua, “Study this Book of Instruction continually. Meditate on it day and night so you will be sure to obey everything written in it. Only then will you prosper and succeed in all you do” (v. 8). God lovingly desired for Joshua to be filled with the truth, which is the Word of God, for Joshua’s success and the prosperity of the people. The love God has for his people draws them into Himself and transforms their lives!
The transition that took place in the lives of God’s people was full of trials and unknowns. May you receive the hope and promise that God offers to those who trust in Him as you transition to a life away from home. God is worthy of being trusted!
Eli Wynn | 2014 Graduate | Commercial Music
Going off to college was difficult for me. I was jealous of those of my peers who seemed right at home on day one. For me, transition was something I hadn’t spent much time thinking about before I got here. Since that time, I’ve been able to think about just how valuable the experience can be.
In the Book of Joshua, the leader of God’s chosen people, Moses, has just died. Moses led the people out of captivity in Egypt and they were on their way to the land God had promised them. The Israelites were in their own season of transition, and likely had doubts about what their future would hold. But God spoke to his people and gave Joshua a message, a word of hope for the people. God commanded Joshua to be strong and courageous (Joshua 1:6). In a climate where, perhaps, Joshua received little assurance or direction, God set before him a plan of action.
This plan began with a promise, “Wherever you set foot, you will be on land I have given you” (v. 3). Because Joshua trusted God, the Lord honored Joshua, saying, “I will be with you as I was with Moses. I will not fail you or abandon you” (v. 5).
God’s plan also included substance. He told Joshua what to think about and what to hope for, what to fill his mind with. God said to Joshua, “Study this Book of Instruction continually. Meditate on it day and night so you will be sure to obey everything written in it. Only then will you prosper and succeed in all you do” (v. 8). God lovingly desired for Joshua to be filled with the truth, which is the Word of God, for Joshua’s success and the prosperity of the people. The love God has for his people draws them into Himself and transforms their lives!
The transition that took place in the lives of God’s people was full of trials and unknowns. May you receive the hope and promise that God offers to those who trust in Him as you transition to a life away from home. God is worthy of being trusted!
Eli Wynn | 2014 Graduate | Commercial Music
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This 40 day prayer plan was written by students, faculty and staff at Belmont University as a daily devotional for incoming freshmen. Each day guides and encourages new college students in their faith in Jesus Christ through the word of God and the sincere thoughts, seasoned advice and honest prayers of the contributing authors. May these words help you grow in your love for God and your love for others!
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