Claiming your Inheritance

What happens when we become satisfied with partial obedience? This exploration of Joshua 13 confronts us with an uncomfortable truth: God's promises often extend far beyond our present moment, yet we're tempted to settle for less than what He's called us to possess. As Joshua grows old, God reminds him that despite 31 conquered kings and countless victories, there remains land yet to be possessed. This isn't just ancient history—it's a mirror reflecting our own spiritual journey. We receive gifts from God, yet sometimes merely pocket them rather than truly possessing and living through them. The Holy Spirit dwells within us, but are our lives actually reflective of His presence and power? The Israelites left territories unconquered, and generations later faced battles with Philistines—including Goliath—from those very lands. What battles are we creating for our future selves by leaving areas of our lives unconquered today? Whether it's relationships we refuse to sever, habits we won't release, or callings we ignore, our partial obedience has consequences. The challenge isn't just to acknowledge God's blessings but to actively possess them, to live fully in what He's given us. We're called to bring glory to God in everything—whether we eat, drink, or whatever we do. The question confronting us is profound: Will we be satisfied with where we are, putting our faith on cruise control, or will we embrace the fullness of God's promises even when we're tired, even when the mission seems delayed, even when we can't see the fruit of our labor?