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Joshua Part 1: Be Strong and Courageous, Learning to Trust in God’s Classroom. Joshua 1:7-9

Hi Misty Creek family, This Sunday we begin a four-week series on the life of Joshua.
What kind of person does God use? It's not the most polished or the most self-assured. We'll start with a quick look at the famous poem Casey at the Bat then we’ll meet Joshua. His name Yehoshua or Joshua means "Yahweh is salvation." We'll follow him from the Red Sea to the battle at Rephidim in Exodus 17 to the golden calf in Exodus 32.

We'll see how each test in God’s classroom taught him that the Lord is dependable and faithful, especially when things look impossible. I'll also share my own story of the step of faith that led to Misty Creek. God didn't show me the outcome, but He provided every step of the way.

Your preparation for Sunday: Read Joshua 1:5-9, Exodus 14, Exodus 17, and Exodus 32. Your challenge for next week: Choose one uncertain situation in your life and pray over it every day. I'll give you a short prayer to use on Sunday. Bring a friend, and come ready to trust God with what's ahead.

Grace and peace,
Pastor doug