IMPACT Recap

Crossing Into The Promise Land

December 26, 2021 · 0:54:39

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Recap

Pastor Todd opened the sermon 'Crossing Over the Promised Land' by drawing a parallel between the Israelites at the Jordan River and the spiritual 'promised lands' God has for each person—places of freedom, blessing, and new beginnings. He acknowledged that between our current reality and God's promise often lies a 'raging river' of obstacles, such as career changes, relationships, or personal struggles. The core message from Joshua chapters 1 and 3 is that God provides the way forward when we rely on His presence. Pastor Todd shared a personal, humorous story about a difficult hike to illustrate the fear and uncertainty of facing our own 'Jordan,' but emphasized that God is bigger than any obstacle. He then outlined five keys to crossing over into God's promises: concentrating on God's voice, consecrating ourselves to Him, cultivating our faith, communicating the vision God gives, and commemorating His past miracles. The sermon was a call to move from a desert mentality of survival to a promised land mentality of thriving, trusting that God will lead us step by step. He concluded with an invitation for anyone needing to dedicate or rededicate their life to Christ, affirming that no one is too far gone for God's love and purpose.

Main Points

  • To cross into God's promises, we must concentrate on hearing and believing God's voice above all others.
  • We must consecrate ourselves—dedicate and surrender our lives fully to the Lord's will and use.
  • Cultivating courageous faith and holding to a God-sized vision are essential for overcoming obstacles and fulfilling our purpose.

Verses Mentioned

  • Joshua 1:2-6 - "Moses my servant is dead. Now then, you and all these people, get ready to cross the Jordan River into the land I am about to give to them—to the Israelites. I will give you every place where you set your foot, as I promised Moses... No one will be able to stand against you all the days of your life. As I was with Moses, so I will be with you; I will never leave you nor forsake you. Be strong and courageous, because you will lead these people to inherit the land I swore to their ancestors to give them." (NIV)
  • Joshua 1:8 - "Keep this Book of the Law always on your lips; meditate on it day and night, so that you may be careful to do everything written in it. Then you will be prosperous and successful." (NIV)
  • Joshua 1:9 - "Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the LORD your God will be with you wherever you go." (NIV)
  • Joshua 3:5 - "Joshua told the people, 'Consecrate yourselves, for tomorrow the LORD will do amazing things among you.'" (NIV)
  • Matthew 17:20 - "He replied, 'Because you have so little faith. Truly I tell you, if you have faith as small as a mustard seed, you can say to this mountain, ‘Move from here to there,’ and it will move. Nothing will be impossible for you.'" (NIV)
  • Romans 10:17 - "Consequently, faith comes from hearing the message, and the message is heard through the word about Christ." (NIV)
  • 1 Corinthians 6:19-20 - "Do you not know that your bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit, who is in you, whom you have received from God? You are not your own; you were bought at a price. Therefore honor God with your bodies." (NIV)
  • Psalms 51:10 - "Create in me a pure heart, O God, and renew a steadfast spirit within me." (NIV)

Daily Action Plan

Monday

Scripture Reflection: Joshua 1:9 (NIV) - 'Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the LORD your God will be with you wherever you go.'

Focus Point: Identify your 'Jordan River'—the main obstacle between you and a God-given promise.

Action Plan: Write down one specific obstacle you are facing. Pray and surrender it to God, asking for His strength and courage.

Deep Prayer: Lord, I name my obstacle before You. I choose not to be afraid or discouraged, trusting that You are with me. Help me to be strong and courageous today.

Tuesday

Scripture Reflection: Joshua 1:8 (NIV) - 'Keep this Book of the Law always on your lips; meditate on it day and night...'

Focus Point: Concentrating on God's voice through His Word.

Action Plan: Set aside 10 minutes to read a Psalm. Meditate on one verse, repeating it and asking God to speak to you through it.

Deep Prayer: God, I want to hear Your voice above all others. As I read Your Word, make it alive to me. Help me to concentrate on what You are saying.

Wednesday

Scripture Reflection: Joshua 3:5 (NIV) - 'Consecrate yourselves, for tomorrow the LORD will do amazing things among you.'

Focus Point: Personal consecration—dedicating your life fully to God's use.

Action Plan: In prayer, consciously dedicate your body, mind, and plans for this day to the Lord. Ask Him to show you one area He wants to set apart for His purposes.

Deep Prayer: Lord, I consecrate myself to You today. I am not my own; I was bought with a price. Use me as Your instrument. Create in me a clean heart.

Thursday

Scripture Reflection: Matthew 17:20 (NIV) - '...if you have faith as small as a mustard seed... Nothing will be impossible for you.'

Focus Point: Cultivating faith for the 'mountains' in your life.

Action Plan: Recall a past 'miracle' or time God helped you. Write it down as a 'monument.' Then, pray a 'God-sized' prayer about your current mountain, trusting He is able.

Deep Prayer: Father, thank You for what You have done in my past. I choose to cultivate faith today. I bring my mountain before You, believing that with You, nothing is impossible.

Friday

Scripture Reflection: Habakkuk 2:2 (NIV) - 'Write down the revelation and make it plain on tablets so that a herald may run with it.'

Focus Point: Communicating and clarifying the vision God has given you.

Action Plan: Write a simple, one-sentence statement of a God-given vision or goal for your life, family, or work. Share it with one trusted person.

Deep Prayer: God, give me clarity of vision. Help me to see the future You have for me and to communicate it plainly. Keep me focused and motivated by Your purpose.

Saturday

Scripture Reflection: Joshua 4:6-7 (NIV) - '...In the future, when your children ask you, ‘What do these stones mean?’ tell them...'

Focus Point: Commemorating God's faithfulness.

Action Plan: Create a simple 'memorial.' Place a stone or write on a card a recent blessing or answer to prayer. Put it where you can see it as a reminder of God's goodness.

Deep Prayer: Lord, I thank You for Your faithfulness. Help me to remember Your miracles so that my courage for the future is rooted in Your proven love. You are my hero.

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