Moving Into God's Destiny

Sermon title: Moving Into God's Destiny
Main verse: Joshua 1:1-9
Preacher: Rev. Rick Seaward (New Zealand)

2 Main things that always hold us back:
1)Things of the Past
a]Things people have said to us
*verse 1:"after the death".
b]Living in our past consequences
*verse 2:"Moses my servant is dead".
~There is a time for consequences, but the consequences will end.
c]Living in the failure of others
d]Settling for the status quo
*verse 2:"Therefore arise to the land".
e]The same methods
*verse 2:"Sent out two men to spy secretly".

2)Things right now
a]Forgetting the Promise (The Destiny)
Joshua 2:2
b]Fear
i)Fear of change
*verse 2:"Arise, go over this Jordan".
~When change come, embrace change and ask God to help.
ii)Fear of suffering
*verse 5, 6, 18:"Be strong and of good courag".
~Don't let fear hold you back from moving into place God has called you to.
iii)Fear of leadership
c]Not wanting to take Responsibilty
*verse 3:"Everywhere your foot shall tread".
d]Not completely believing God's word.
*verse 6, 7:"Be strong".
~Most of the people believe God in their mind but not in their heart.
e]Many Distractions from God's Plan
*verse 8:"...thou shall meditate on God's word day and night".
~Don't bless yourself, let God bless you.

3)Our Destiny is to conquer, not just win!
a]"Joshua took all the land..." Joshua 1:15
~Victory requires work!
~Don't compare church with church, because God calls you to this church for a purpose.