18and see what the land is like: whether the people who dwell in it are strong or weak, few or many; 19whether the land they dwell in is good or bad; whether the cities they inhabit are like camps or strongholds; 20whether the land is rich or poor; and whether there are forests there or not. Be of good courage. And bring some of the fruit of the land.” Numbers 13:18-20 NKJV
Ensure that whenever you are going to do a task, that you have given it much thought - what are the pros and cons. If you were going to build yourself a house, you would need to size the job up. Get what you need and consider whether you have the ability to carry out the job. Surely, you wouldn't just jump in and do the job without checking things over. That could be a recipe for disaster.
In briefing Moses about the Promised Land, God instructed that he send in men to spy the land out and see if it was suitable and it could be a plan. God obviously knew the answer to this, but Moses would have to be assured of its success. Therefore, Moses sent the 12 spies from Kadesh into Canaan to see whether the people who live there were strong or weak; few or many. It was information that was vital for success.
Even Jesus recommended such action: 31 'what king, going to make war against another king, does not sit down first and consider whether he is able with ten thousand to meet him who comes against him with twenty thousand? Luke 14:31
Great military leaders didn't just rush into war without obtaining key knowledge and information. They checked if attacks were possible and then planned, accurately what needed to be done and by whom. WW1 and WW2 show us this fact. It is the same with anything that we may face. We need to 'Know our enemy' and the possible risks.
So, what are you planning at this stage in your life? Has God dropped an idea into your mind and now you are wondering what it's all about and how it could be done? Probably you may have a job proposal or you're thinking about starting your own business. Don't write it off thinking it can't be done. Think and pray it through; allow God to give you suggestions and take note of them. It may be nothing but, it may be the best thing that ever happened to you. Consider it; plan it; seek answers from God and imagine it all happening. It may just be a dream but, dreams do come true occasionally.
Take it slowly, pray and listen, do the pros and cons stuff and if you have a bubbly, exciting feeling within you, it may be the right thing to do. But take it slow.
Copyright 2025 Grahame Howard.
If you don't know Jesus or, have fallen away, why not say this prayer right now:
Lord Jesus, I have sinned. I ask you to forgive me and be my Lord and Saviour. Please come into my heart, fill me with Your Spirit and give me a brand new start today.
In Jesus' Name. Amen'
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