Seventh Day Baptist
Christian Education Council
PO BOX 1678
Janesville, WI 53547
—Joshua 24:16-21
by: Kristin Camenga.
Joshua did not let the Israelites make an easy choice. There was no fancy marketing or attractive packaging to convince the Israelites to serve the Lord, no hiding details that might be deal-breakers. Joshua made sure that they understood that this was a choice to serve the Lord alone and that turning back would have consequences. Father, help us to choose to serve You in full truth, understanding both the abundant life You offer (John 10:10) and the challenge to live as foreigners in this world (1 Peter 1:17).