Transformed: Moving Forward with God’s Plan
Joshua 3:14-17
“So when the people set out from their tents to pass over the Jordan with the priests bearing the ark of the covenant before the people, and as soon as those bearing the ark had come as far as the Jordan, and the feet of the priests bearing the ark were dipped in the brink of the water (now the Jordan overflows all its banks throughout the time of harvest), the waters coming down from above stood and rose up in a heap very far away, at Adam, the city that is beside Zarethan, and those flowing down toward the Sea of the Arabah, the Salt Sea, were completely cut off. And the people passed over opposite Jericho. Now the priests bearing the ark of the covenant of the Lord stood firmly on dry ground in the midst of the Jordan, and all Israel was passing over on dry ground until all the nation finished passing over the Jordan.”
Faith requires
Following Jesus is not always
What is your Jordan River?
Here are some steps God may be calling you to take:
The First Step – Choose to follow Jesus.
The Second Step – Baptism.
Finances – Trust God with tithing, generosity, or decisions.
Abilities – Believe God can use your gifts to make a difference.
Serving – Join a ministry or take a new role.
Community – Step out of isolation and into a Life Group.
Spiritual Growth – Commit to daily prayer and Bible reading.
James 4:8 – “Draw near to God, and he will draw near to you.”
God’s Promises When We Walk in His Ways
He will direct our paths.
Proverbs 3:5-6: “Trust in the Lord with all your heart…and He will make straight your paths.”
He will provide peace.
John 14:27: “Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you…”
Philippians 4:6-7: “…The peace of God…will guard your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus.”
He will bless obedience
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John 15:10-11: “If you keep my commandments…your joy may be full.”
Luke 11:28: “Blessed rather are those who hear the word of God and keep it!”
So What Now?
What is the next step God is calling you to take spiritually in 2025?
Joshua 24:15: “But as for me and my house, we will serve the Lord.”
Your next step will not only transform you, but it will move Life Church forward.
Closing Thought:
Trust Him. Take the step. Watch God do what only He can do.