About this episode

This episode discusses the courage required to face uncertain futures, drawing from the biblical story of Joshua and the Israelites.

Disciples Lead Courageously Series: Forward Through the Flame Scripture: Joshua 1:5–9 (Common English Bible) What gives ordinary people the courage to step into an uncertain future? In Joshua 1, the people of Israel stand at a turning point. Moses, their longtime leader, has died. The wilderness journey is ending, but the Promised Land—and all its challenges—lies ahead. Into this moment of uncertainty, God speaks a simple but powerful command: “Be brave and strong.” In this message, Rev. Sa...

Topics covered

• courage
• faith
• leadership
• uncertainty
• scripture
• spiritual growth

Keywords

• courage
• Joshua
• faith
• leadership
• spirituality
• Christianity
• uncertainty

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Disciples Lead Courageously, Forward Through the Flame

Places: Israel, Promised Land, Moses

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