This is the Moment of God

About this episode

Dr. Mark Rutland discusses the decisive moments of faith and obedience as illustrated in Joshua chapters 3 and 5.

In this episode of The Leader’s Notebook (Ep. 303), I walk through Joshua chapters 3 and 5 and what happens when God brings His people to a decisive moment. Israel stands at the Jordan after years of delay, and the Lord calls them to sanctify themselves, step forward in faith, and follow His presence into the unknown. Before the waters part, the priests must first step into the river. That is how obedience and miracles often work. This message is about the moment of God, when His voice cuts through confusion and calls us to clean out what hinders us, expect His supernatural power, and move when the Holy Spirit leads. The ground becomes holy wherever God is present, and when He speaks, it is never too late to respond. Leaders and believers alike must decide whose side they are on and move forward in faith. - Dr. Mark Rutland

People in this episode

Host: Dr. Mark Rutland

Topics covered

• faith
• obedience
• spiritual leadership
• miracles
• divine guidance
• sanctification

Keywords

• Joshua
• faith
• obedience
• miracles
• Holy Spirit
• spirituality
• leadership

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: The Leader’s Notebook

Places: Israel, Jordan

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