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The Long Run

  • Behold, today I am going the way of all the earth. You know in all your hearts and in all your souls that not one thing has failed of all the good things which Yahweh your God spoke concerning you. All have happened to you. Not one thing has failed of it. Joshua 23:14 WEB.

    Joshua had served God his whole life and grew up in the presence of the Lord. As a young man, he never departed from the tent of meeting where the Lord's presence settled (Exodus 33:11). Before Moses died, the Lord appointed Joshua to succeed him and lead the Israelites into the promised land (Numbers 27:18). This speech that he gave in Joshua 23:14 happened when Joshua was 110 years old. By then, Joshua knew what it was like to walk with the Lord.

    Joshua had been one of the twelve spies sent to look at the promised land (Numbers 14:6). He later led the people through countless battles as they conquered it. Though at times things looked bad, and sometimes Joshua had to lay on his face in tears (Joshua 7:6), God always came through in the long run.

    So many times in my life, it has looked hopeless. When really, hope was right around the corner, but I couldn't see it. I would get scared each time because I didn't know what to do, but God would always come through in the end. Sometimes things only make sense when looking backward.

    So don't panic in the short term, for God will work it out in the long run. The thing you fear is coming isn't actually here yet. When and if it arrives, God will give you the grace for it when needed, not in advance.

    Therefore don't be anxious for tomorrow, for tomorrow will be anxious for itself. Each day's own evil is sufficient. (Matthew 6:34).

    Take heart. God always comes through in the long run. We like to be independent and prepared for anything, but He wants us to learn to trust Him and stand firm in our faith while we pass through the storm.

    Prayer: Heavenly Father, I thank You for Your faithfulness. You have brought me this far, and I know that You can take care of me. I should know this well by now. Please forgive me for ever doubting You, and touch my life again today. In the name of Jesus Christ, I pray. Amen!

    Note: 'Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your request to God.' (Philippians 4:6-7) ~ If you have a prayer need, we are here for you! We and the prayer team are ready to lift you up at our private prayer page: RHM Prayer Network


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Debi Burton
Debi Burton Heavenly Father, I thank You for Your faithfulness. You have brought me this far, and I know that You can take care of me. I should know this well by now. Please forgive me for ever doubting You, and touch my life again today. In the name of Jesus Christ, I pray. Amen! ❤️
Aug 26
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Schalk  de Beer
Schalk de Beer

Yes, amen Lord. 

Aug 26
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Kay Collinsworth
Kay Collinsworth

Amen 

Aug 26
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Celeste Strenn
Celeste Strenn

Amen

Aug 26
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Dana Rozell
Dana Rozell

Amen. Thank You Father God.

Aug 26
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Wanda Pennington
Wanda Pennington

Thank You Lord Jesus,  Amen 

Aug 26
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Scott Riegelmann
Scott Riegelmann

Amen 

Aug 26
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Kevin J. Eck
Kevin J. Eck

Heavenly Father, Give me the Grace to Face today and to stand firm in my Faith! I pray this for anyone Else in need, Father, The Son and the Holy Spirit Amen!

Aug 26
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Marisa Jackson
Marisa Jackson

Alleluia!! Alleluia!! Alleluia!!

Aug 26
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Lynn Brown
Lynn Brown

Thank You Father for bringing me this far and for always having the best plans for me, Amen!

Aug 26
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Richard Mondello
Richard Mondello

Thank You and praise You Father Yahweh. 

Aug 26
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Shara Abel
Shara Abel

Just what I needed to hear today, thank you Pastor for listening to the Lord and following His lead.  Thank you, Lord, I will not give up waiting for the miracle.

Aug 26
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Yvette York
Yvette York

Thank You Father For Always Being There When I Need. Amen Good Morning Everyone 

Aug 26
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Nell Neathery
Nell Neathery

God has helped me through the long run at 66 years old...long testimony...won't share as I have many times!

 

Dear Heavenly Father, thank You for everything you have done for me and everyone You have put in my life to lead the positive long run!  Please forgive me of my sins.  Please continue supplying my needs, and I will be submissive to Your will.  In Jesus' name, Amen

Aug 26
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David Krull
David Krull

Amen. Forgive my sins and heal me for Your namesake. I received bad news ftom a doctor this week on my eyes. But You Father are the great physician. You heal. Wash my sins...restore unto me the joy of my salvation. Re new a  steadfast spirit within me. I love You Lord.. I'm wasting my life away.. can't seem to do anything. Bad rut. Motivate me and strengthen me Lord. Speak to me clearly in Jesus Christ a name.

Aug 26
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Candy Laventure
Candy Laventure

Amen!

Aug 26
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Susan Petho
Susan Petho

Amen!

Aug 26
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Cathy Webb
Cathy Webb

This is so true, Pastor Dion. The messages of the world are "be prepared; depend on yourself."  God is turning those things upside down. He hones our skills and abilities and then says "Trust me. Lean on me. Follow me." WOW!  What a God!

Aug 26
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Liesel  aka  Lisa Wardle
Liesel aka Lisa Wardle

Amen and Amen!!! Please forgive me for ever doubting You, instead of being patiently waiting on You and trusting You!!! (h5)

Aug 26
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Mari Kaufmann
Mari Kaufmann

Thank you God Amen 

Aug 26
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Wesley Paulus
Wesley Paulus

Amen! 

Aug 27
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Brenda F
Brenda F

Amen

Aug 27