Wednesday; April 7
To say that we live in uncertain times would be an understatement. With health issues, a new administration, changing political and social trends and a variety of other issues, it is easy to feel uneasy. While it would be great to be able to have the certainty of days gone by, it is impossible to go back in time or relive where we have been. So, as we face things that we have never experienced, how do we manage? Are we condemned to have to live out our lives in uncertainty? Centuries ago, when the people of Israel were facing a new leader and a new land they needed to hear a word of encouragement – and that is exactly what their aging leader gave them. Standing on the cusp of Joshua’s leadership into the land of Canaan, Moses told them, “The Lord is the one who goes ahead of you; He will be with you. He will not fail you or forsake you. Do not fear or be dismayed.” (Deuteronomy 31:8). Reading this passage in retrospect might tend to diminish its impact. Sure, this is easy to