Study 3: Joshua 1: 10-18 : Trent Evans

 In the border town or Promised Land     

In "Study 3: Joshua 1:10-18," Trent addresses Joshua's first major act as Israel's leader, emphasizing immediate obedience to God's command. Joshua's delegation to officers demonstrates his leadership in action, readying the Israelites to cross the Jordan and claim the Promised Land. The sermon delves into the importance of collective faith and preparedness, contrasting Joshua's decisive leadership with the hesitant tribes of Reuben, Gad, and the half-tribe of Manasseh. Their initial reluctance to fully commit to God's plan highlights challenges within communal faith journeys. Trent explores the transformative power of obedience, the significance of personal and collective commitment to God's directions, and the eventual unity and support among the tribes for Joshua's leadership. This unity, underpinned by a mutual commitment to "be strong and courageous," encapsulates the sermon's call to trust and act upon God's promises, emphasizing the role of faith in overcoming obstacles and inheriting God's promises.