How can we avoid a "we cannot attack" mindset in our faith journey? The Verse at the Heart of the Study “We cannot attack the people, for they are stronger than we are!” — Numbers 13:31 The Story Behind the Verse - Twelve men scout Canaan. - Ten return fixated on fortified cities and towering giants. - Only Caleb (and later Joshua) cling to God’s promise. - The ten’s fearful words spread like wildfire, paralyzing an entire nation on the brink of blessing. What Fuels a “We Cannot Attack” Mindset? - Focusing on circumstances rather than God’s character (Numbers 13:28). - Comparing our strength to the enemy’s instead of to God’s (1 Samuel 17:45). - Forgetting past deliverances (Exodus 14:13–14). - Listening to the majority instead of the Master (Galatians 1:10). Cultivating a Caleb Spirit Instead 1. Remember the Promise • “The LORD will drive out all these nations before you.” — Deuteronomy 7:22–23 • Write God’s promises; rehearse them daily. 2. Replay God’s Track Record • List personal and biblical victories (Joshua 4:6–7). • Celebrate them aloud when fear whispers. 3. Renew Your Mind • “Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind.” — Romans 12:2 • Replace “We cannot” thoughts with Scripture declarations. 4. Surround Yourself with Faith-Filled Voices • “He who walks with the wise will become wise.” — Proverbs 13:20 • Seek friendships, sermons, and music that stir courage. 5. Step Out in Obedience • Israel stalled; Caleb was ready to move at once (Numbers 13:30). • Obedience breaks fear’s grip; small steps build holy momentum. 6. Fix Your Eyes on Jesus • “Let us run with endurance…keeping our eyes on Jesus.” — Hebrews 12:1–2 • Giants fade when the Savior fills the horizon. 7. Speak Life • “Death and life are in the power of the tongue.” — Proverbs 18:21 • Verbally affirm God’s ability rather than magnifying opposition. Key Scriptures to Stand On - Deuteronomy 31:8 — “It is the LORD who goes before you…do not be afraid.” - Psalm 27:1 — “The LORD is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear?” - Romans 8:31 — “If God is for us, who can be against us?” Living It Out This Week • Each morning, read Numbers 13:30–14:9 aloud. • Identify one “giant” you’re facing. Counter it with a specific promise. • Share a testimony of God’s past faithfulness with someone today. • Take one concrete step of obedience you’ve been delaying. Trading the words “We cannot attack” for “Surely we can” (Numbers 13:30) turns wandering into conquering and keeps our faith journey vibrant, victorious, and God-exalting. |
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