Joshua 24 – God’s prescription for discouragement: Remember!

REMEMBER God’s Grace! (Joshua 24:1-4)
REMEMBER God’s Promises of HOPE!
REMEMBER God’s Provision (even in Trials)
REMEMBER God’s Deliverance (Joshua 24:5-7)
REMEMBER God’s Enabling Power. (Joshua 24:8-10)
REMEMBER God’s Miraculous Power! (Joshua 24:11-12)
REMEMBER God’s Abundant BLESSINGS! (Joshua 24:13)

Joshua 24:14-18 If we remember, what happens?

Joshua 24:14 God commands us to worship and serve Him

Joshua 24:16 Israel promised to serve the Lord. Because He is worthy.

Judges 2:10-12 How did Israel do with their promise? They forgot to remember and praise God for His blessings.
How can we break the cycle?
Philippians 4:4 – Rejoice in the Lord always.

What about when it’s hard? Thank God for the blessings we do have.

Philippians 4:5-6 – Stay calm rather than anxious. Pray with thanksgiving

Philippians 4:7 – Become more like Christ

Romans 8:28-29 What’s God’s best for you? Become more like Christ.

Philippians 4:8-9 What should we be thinking about?
Next Steps

Make a list of God’s blessings I have today.
Thank God for His blessings every day!
Tell people about God’s blessings in everyday conversations
Make another list of God’s blessings in my life from the past.
Meditate on ALL God’s blessings when I get discouraged.