Scripture Union Daily Guide 1 September 2024: Surveyor Leader
Daily Guide Devotional For Today 1st September 2024 (Sunday)
TOPIC: SURVEYOR LEADER
OPENING PRAYER: Help me dear Lord to meet with you as I meditate on your word in Jesus name
SCRIPTURE: JOSHUA 18:1-10
Question(s) for Reflection
* Q2: Is there any example for me to follow or not to follow?
* Q3: Is there any command for me to obey?
* Q5: Is there any warning for me to heed?
Scripture Union Daily Guide 1 September 2024 Outline:
The surveying of the land was preceded by an important milestone in the life of the Israelites: the setting up of the Tent of Meeting (v.1). Notice the place where it was set up. Shiloh became the central place of worship for Israel, although it was later destroyed by the Philistines (1 Samuel 1:3, 22). Some Israelites felt settled and at home even though not all tribes had received their inheritance.
What challenge did Joshua place before the Israelites (v.3)? How can this inform our response when faced with a demanding task which is partially accomplished, or where procrastination appears to be a better option? Notice Joshua’s strategy and leadership skills in vs.4-6 and 8-10? Providing clear instructions, delegating work, developing other leaders, putting in place reporting mechanisms, and taking responsibility for final decisions are important leadership lessons worth emulating from Joshua.
Take note of Joshua’s dependence on God despite his leadership abilities. Our abilities and skills are not licenses for closing God out of our lives and service. They can never replace the need to depend on God to help us make the right decisions. Take note of the nature of the inheritance allocated to the Levites (v.7).
For Further Study
For further reading: Joshua 18:11-19:48
* Any new insight or reinforcement of what you already know?
Faint not, Christian!
1. Faint not, Christian! though the road
Leading to thy blest abode
Darksome be, and dangerous, too;
Christ thy guide will bring thee through.
2. Faint not, Christian! though in rage
Satan would thy soul engage;
Gird on faith’s anointed shield,
Bear it to the battlefield.
3. Faint not, Christian! though the world
Has its hostile flag unfurled;
Hold the cross of Jesus fast—
Thou shalt overcome at last.
4. Faint not, Christian! though within
There’s a heart so prone to sin;
Christ the Lord is over all;
He’ll not suffer thee to fall.
5. Faint not, Christian! though thy God
Smite thee with His chastening rod;
Smite He must, with father’s care,
That He may His love declare.
6. Faint not, Christian! Jesus’ near,
Soon in glory He’ll appear;
And His love will then bestow
Power over every foe.
7. Faint not, Christian! look on high,
See the harpers in the sky;
Patient wait, and thou wilt join—
Chant with them of love divine.
Closing Prayer
Dear Lord, may you enable me to use the skills and abilities you have bestowed on me to awaken into action those you have placed under my leadership.
Offer a prayer of faith in line with Mark 16:17 ‐ 18
One-Year Bible Reading Plan
Daily Bible Reading Plan: Day 245- Ezekiel 21-22
NATIONAL PRAYER BULLETIN 1ST SEPTEMBER 2024
PRAYER FOCUS
MAGNIFY THE LORD
O magnify the Lord with me, and let us exalt His name together. Psalm 34:3.
THANK GOD FOR:
‣ His faithfulness manifested in your life and in your family.
‣ His mighty hand of deliverance in all the battles fought and the victory won.
‣ Preservations, protections, provisions and keeping His covenant of divine health and peace with you and your family.
‣ Strengthening your hands to labour in His vine yard.
‣ What He will do for you, the brethren and the name He will make for Himself in this month.
Scripture Union Daily Guide 31 August 2024: Inheritance Through Strife And Hard Hard Work
