Joshua 1:1-2, 10-11, 16-18
Luke 12:32

Pastor George Dix Jr. began this week's message by reminding us that God opened the door of equality. He understands our current condition and He's positioning us for a greater outpouring of His spirit. God is doing something in us. Submit to God and be eager to hear His voice.

"If ye be willing and obedient, ye shall eat the good of the land" - Isaiah 1:19

Assess your life and reflect on whether you're being willing and obedient.

Pastor George then had us ask ourselves this question: What am I missing due to my lack of obedience?

When God delivered the Israelites, He showed Himself strong. In His covenant with them, he also wanted to give them something better (Canaan). What are you facing in your life? Emotional bondage? Financial bondage? Remember, God never sent a message to people conditionally. It only should have taken the Israelites 40 days to get to the 'Promised Land', but because of their disobedience, it took them 40 years. Joshua eventually inherited Moses' charge and took the Israelites across the Jordan and into Canaan. (Joshua 1:1-2, 10-11, 16-18)

Don't focus on the river Jordan. Get to Canaan! If God promises it to you, follow His instructions and follow His plan. It's a faith walk! Do it God's way, in God's timing.

God's promises are true and He requires our obedience. When you take a step, God will protect and watch over you. The Israelites stepped into the Jordan on faith. Go possess it! Don't wait on anyone to tell you that you're blessed. God has a 'Promised Land' for you! By the Summer, some of us will be beyond Canaan!

Remember, God has specific instructions and timing. Even if it doesn't make sense to us, if God said to do it, you'll be ok. God already has the answer for you, your 'Promised Land' is there. He's giving us the prescription for our success ("I am the ultimate deliverer").

God is Jehovah Sabboath, the commander of the Angelic Host. He has an army at his disposal ready for you, so you don't have to worry about a thing. (The Fall of Jericho - Joshua 5:13-15, 6:1-27)

In conclusion, Pastor George Dix Jr, reminded us that Canaan was not the end of the promise, but the beginning! It is "God's good pleasure to give us the Kingdom" (Luke 12:32). Stop worrying! Do it like God says. God has your blessing and simply wants your obedience.

Quotes of the sermon:

"Man's impossibility is God's possibility." - Pastor George Dix

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Sunday, February 25th, 2007