Big Idea: We can see all that God has done and choose to serve Him only. 

Bible Passage: Joshua 23 & 24

This week we came to the end of the book of Joshua. Joshua at this stage is a very old man, and he gives one final speech to the assembled people of God. He reflects over the whole story of God's faithfulness to the people, starting right back at Abraham, and all the way up until their recent victories in the Promised Land. He proves that God always keeps His promises, and shows the people how faithful He has been. He then challenges all of Israel to reflect on who they serve, and commit to serving only God always. 

"Now fear the Lord and serve him with all faithfulness." 24:14

This is likewise the same for us – we can read the Scripture and see all that our Mighty God has done for us in forgiving us of our sins because of Jesus. We too, can see all these things and commit to serving Him with all faithfulness.

Family Activity

Praise God that we can come together and know His great and mighty acts by reading them in His word. Joshua commends the people to keep their commitment and places a rock near an oak tree. This week, find a special spot in your garden under a tree to take a knee together, and pray a prayer of commitment that God would help your family to follow and serve Him only. Repent together of the times you've gotten it wrong, and celebrate with stories of the times God has been faithful to your family. Then thank Him for His forgiveness and commit together to following Him as a household and encourage one another. 

See you next week!