CHANGE OF ADDRESS
Today's reading: Joshua 1-5

"Joshua then commanded the leaders of Israel, Go through the camp and tell the people to get their provisions ready. In three days you will cross the Jordan River and take possession of the land the Lord our God has given you." Joshua 1:10-11 NLT

I'll break it to you gently: all God's promised you is probably not going to just fall into your laps.

There. That being said, it's time we set aside some of the false beliefs we've been clinging to like life preservers.

1. Most of the issues/temptations/trials/obstacles you're facing will require some work on your part. Yes, God can miraculously relieve you of them, He has done it before in some instances. But He will require, most times, a litle sweat equity on your behalf.

2. His greatest works will come to pass only when you get up and head off in the direction He's asked you to go. Does He do works in puddles, pits and gutters? Yes, He does. But some of His most life-changing success stories begin when someone, like you or I, determine to head off in His direction--and He meets us!

3. A pre-determined change of address must be filled out and filed. Yes, you heard me correctly. It's time you begin speaking in terms of your new residence, God's presence. It's the hour of power, friends. Start by telling satan you're moving on up and out. Let friends know you are in the process of changing your life, your heart and your attitude. Allow others to hold you accountable to what God's promised in your life. Change is coming--prepare yourself for it, don't just sit around expecting a huge surprise party thrown in your honor.

Hard stuff to swallow. It was for the Israelites, too. They'd seen God's mighty works. They'd heard Moses, and Joshua, speak of the promises meant to be theirs. And then they were asked to start packing.

You're moving soon, too. Let everyone know!