IMPACT Recap

FaithPurposePromise

Recap

What an incredible message from Pastor David Swift about stepping into God's promises! Pastor David delivered a powerful sermon about moving forward and trusting God's plan, using Joshua's journey as a powerful metaphor for our own lives. Can you imagine waiting 40 years for a promise and still believing? That's exactly what Joshua did! David beautifully illustrated how God isn't just interested in making our lives better, but making them completely new. His key message was that our setbacks aren't pushbacks - they're strategic positioning for God's comeback. The sermon powerfully reminded us that God's commitment to us is greater than our commitment to Him, and He's not just living in our yesterday, but already working in our future. Pastor David challenged us to stop living with less and start believing for more, declaring that one step of faith can change the entire trajectory of our lives - not just for us, but for generations to come. What struck me most was his declaration that God doesn't just want us to join His life, but He wants us to join HIS life. Wow! This message was a rallying cry for believers to step out in faith, declare God's promises, and believe that He is always for us, with us, and working through us.

Main Points

  • God's commitment to your life is greater than your current circumstances
  • One step of faith can change the trajectory of your entire life
  • Declare God's promises over your life instead of focusing on problems

Verses Mentioned

  • Joshua 1:1-9 - "After the death of Moses the servant of the Lord, the Lord said to Joshua son of Nun, Moses' assistant: '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 the Israelites.'" (NIV)
  • Romans 8:28 - "And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose." (NIV)
  • Hebrews 11:6 - "And without faith it is impossible to please God, because anyone who comes to him must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who earnestly seek him." (NIV)

Daily Action Plan

Monday

Scripture Reflection: 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.'

Focus Point: Identifying areas where fear is holding you back from stepping into God's promises

Action Plan: Make a list of 3 dreams or promises you believe God has placed in your heart. Next to each, write down what specific fears are preventing you from pursuing them.

Deep Prayer: Lord, give me courage to step where You are calling me. Help me recognize and release the fears that are keeping me from Your best for my life. Fill me with Your strength and confidence.

Tuesday

Scripture Reflection: Philippians 3:13-14: 'Brothers and sisters, I do not consider myself yet to have taken hold of it. But one thing I do: Forgetting what is behind and straining toward what is ahead, I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus.'

Focus Point: Letting go of past limitations and embracing future potential

Action Plan: Identify one past failure or disappointment that you've been allowing to define you. Write it down, then symbolically tear up the paper as an act of releasing it to God.

Deep Prayer: Father, help me stop living in my past and start believing in the future You've planned. Give me the faith to see myself as You see me - full of potential and purpose.