Get Prepared
In this sermon:
Essence of Faith and Obedience:
- Following Jesus and doing what God wants us to do.
- Biblical examples of faith from Peter and Abraham.
Lessons from Joshua:
- Crossing the Jordan and entering the Promised Land.
- Preparatory steps: circumcision, celebrating Passover, and encountering the commander of the Lord’s army.
Circumcision and Baptism:
- Old Testament covenant of circumcision and its New Testament equivalent, baptism.
- Baptism as a step of obedience and public declaration of faith.
Passover and the Lord’s Supper:
- Significance of Passover for the Israelites.
- The Lord’s Supper as a reminder of Jesus’ sacrifice.
Aligning with God’s Plan:
- Joshua’s encounter with the commander of the Lord’s army.
- Importance of aligning ourselves with God’s side.
Practical Application:
- Trusting in God’s provision and protection.
- Reaffirming commitment to Jesus through the Lord’s Supper.
Tune in to deepen your faith and be inspired to take bold steps in your spiritual journey, trusting that God’s ways are higher than our ways.