Are We There Yet?

Are We There Yet? - NCFC Sermon 101710
Speaker: Dr. W. Jamie Kim
http://www.fellowshipusa.com

 “Make Big People: Attempt Great Things for God!
(2) Are We There Yet?”
Joshua 1:1-9

 I. Get Ready (God’s Agenda) (1:2, 11)
God’s agenda
God’s timing
Sometimes in response to our plea, but not always

 II. Cross the River (Do the Impossible) (1:2)
Other options available
Proof of God’s intervention
Approval and confirmation of Joshua’s leadership

 III. I Will Be with You (God’s Promise) (1:5, 9)

 IV. Take Courage and Obey the Law (Our Responsibility) (1:6-9)
Taking risks requires courage
Attempt great things
Not an abstract faith but faith in the Word

 V. No One Will Stand against You (Final Outcome) (1:5)
Enemies are defeated
The natural will be turned into the supernatural

 VI. Application
The great missionary, Albert Schweitzer, once told a young man who wanted to learn the secret of success in life, “Dig a well, but one well. And dig it until you find water.” Perhaps it says something about your approach to life. How do you interpret his statement?
Another great missionary William Cary said, “Expect great things from God. And attempt great things for God.” Many people dream and expect great things but never actually attempt to do them. Joshua and his generation did when their predecessors, Moses’ generation failed. What does that say about you?
Are you encouraged by the new series of sermons Pastor Jamie is preaching or discouraged by it? How so? What can we do to help one another achieve God’s call and His blessings hidden behind the door?