Hey everyone, thanks for checking in. The last two days have been very busy, lots of walking, exploring and fun-having. Sorry about not posting pictures these last few days, you will have to come on Sunday to see and hear more. Today was a great day at the Six Flags America park. We hope to…
though they are strong
SCRIPTURE: Joshua 17 OBSERVATION/APPLICATION: But Joshua said to the house of Joseph–to Ephraim and Manasseh—‘You are numerous and very powerful. You will have not only one allotment but the forested hill country as well. Clear it, and its farthest limits will be yours; though the Canaanites have iron chariots and though they are strong, you can…
causing others to sin
SCRIPTURE: Joshua 16 OBSERVATION/APPLICATION: They did not dislodge the Canaanites living in Gezer; to this day the Canaanites live among the people of Ephraim but are required to do forced labour. [Joshua 16:10] This short chapter describes the allotment of land for the sons of Joseph, Ephraim and Manasseh. Remember that since Levi did not get any…
dcla day 5
The last day of dcla. We got an early start – 9am – for our last small groups and the last big session. We talked about being, loving and serving – today was about serving. Starfield led the worship session – it was loud and awesome, the floor was shaking. You could sense the presence…
dcla day 4
Today was much like yesterday. We started with the Labs (small groups) from 10-12, then did lunch on the lawn outside of the center. While we did lunch, we practiced the street play (same one that Senior Wave did at church). While we were doing do, it got a double ace approval from an observer with…
no short cuts to success
SCRIPTURE: Joshua 15 OBSERVATION/APPLICATION: This is the inheritance of the tribe of Judah, clan by clan. [Joshua 15:20] As I think about Judah’s inheritance, I think of Jesus, the messiah promised from the tribe of Judah [Genesis 49:9-10]. He would be the heir (ruler) over all the land. But how would He receive that land? By the sword,…
dcla day 3
Starting to get tired, these are long days!!! Back at 11:45, then sharing highs and lows. We arrived at the center for 10am, where we broke up into Labs, our assigned small groups for the weekend. They are led by student leaders, which is neat, though a number of our youth found their groups too…
oh, to be like Caleb at 85
SCRIPTURE: Joshua 14 OBSERVATION/APPLICATION: So on that day Moses swore to me, ‘The land on which your feet have walked will be your inheritance and that of your children forever, because you have followed the LORD my God wholeheartedly.’ [Joshua 14:9] Wow, what an inspiring goy. Eighty five years old and still vigorous for the Lord. Caleb…
wary of compromise
SCRIPTURE: Joshua 13 OBSERVATION/APPLICATION: But the Israelites did not drive out the people of Geshur and Maacah, so they continue to live among the Israelites to this day. [Joshua 13:13] Here we find the first clue that things will not work out in Canaan quite as planned. The people of Geshur and Maacah are allowed to remain….
dcla day 2
The first day was great! We started with continental breakfast. A slow start to the day, a unexpected scenic tour of Washington. We got there late for the 10:30 opening, only to discover that we were four hours early (they changed the time of registration). So, we went on a walking tour to the White House….