15 Aug Transitions
Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go – Joshua 1:9
Later this month, when we drop our youngest daughter off at college, my husband and I will officially be empty nesters. Life as we have known it for the last 19 years will be over and we will be entering a new phase in our lives. We are officially in a time of transition.
Life is full of transitions. At one point, we all moved from our parents’ homes to enter college or the workforce. We transitioned from the single life to married life. We transitioned into motherhood or fatherhood. We transitioned to new schools, new jobs, new homes, new cities, etc. Whether the transition is minor or major, it is always met with a bit of anxiety, confusion and angst simply because we are stepping into unknown territory.
In the first chapter of Joshua, we find Joshua and the people of Israel in the midst of their own transition. Moses had just died and Joshua was chosen by God to lead His people. This was no small task. The people of Israel had been wandering in the wilderness for years. They were finally about to step into the land that God had promised them and Joshua was handpicked to help them cross over. As we read through the text we find that God not only selects Joshua to help lead the people through this transition, but He assures him that He will be with him, just as He was with Moses. He assures him that He will never leave him nor forsake him. He assures him that He will be with him wherever he goes.
When we face our own challenges and transitions, we can be assured that God is saying the same to us. No matter the changes we may be facing or the fears and anxieties we face about our new frontiers, God is always with us. He will never leave us nor forsake us. He is with us wherever we go.
Candice Brown
Posted at 13:16h, 17 AugustAs a preschool teacher, i know a about transitions. The little ones in life prepare us for the big ones; for example, I play “Let it Go” before my students have to clean up the room. I pray this transition and season is a good one for your and your family.
S. A. Foster
Posted at 02:54h, 18 August“Let it Go” I like that. That is applicable to a lot of things. Thank you!
Jessica Brodie
Posted at 13:57h, 17 AugustSuch a transition! God is with us in ALL change, so matter how big or small. God bless you!
Melissa Henderson
Posted at 20:49h, 17 AugustMy husband and I are moving to a new home next week. An unexpected move and only moving about 3 minutes away. Yet, the anxiety and worry set in as we are transitioning to a new home. God is with us and He has a plan. We know He will guide us through the transition. 🙂
S. A. Foster
Posted at 02:50h, 18 AugustYes, He does have a plan! Hope your move goes well.
Beth Bingaman
Posted at 02:31h, 19 AugustA great comfort for every believer.. May we all remember it as we go through those transitions.
Stephen De La Vega
Posted at 18:55h, 19 AugustCongratulations to you and your husband, and your daughter! I hope this next chapter is a blessed one with new adventures in your journey to serve God. Thank you for this encouragement about transitions. Joshua was brave and honorable and faithful. What a great example to share with us. Thank you for this encouragement.
Karen Friday
Posted at 20:17h, 19 AugustWhat a wonderful promise in the midst of life’s transitions! So thankful no matter what changes in our life, God never changes and His promise to be with us stands stable and true! Hope and pray your daughter’s new frontier is a blessing! And the same for you and your husband!
Nancy E. Head
Posted at 02:33h, 20 AugustGodspeed as you embark on this new season. This one is a tough adjustment. It’s hard when our kids are beyond our reach. But they are never beyond God’s reach. God bless!
Ava james
Posted at 20:30h, 21 AugustWhen we face our own challenges and transitions, we can be assured that God is saying the same to us. No matter the changes we may be facing or the fears and anxieties we face about our new frontiers, God is always with us. He will never leave us nor forsake us. He is with us wherever we go.
Thank you for this amazing reminder of Hod’s steadfastness!
Yvonne Morgan
Posted at 18:32h, 22 AugustWe became empty nesters a few years back and after the initial transition, we love it. I love how the story does remind us that God is with us during every transition in life. We can let go of our fears and trust Him in the changes in life.