Episode 576: Joshua - Courage to Cross Over | Pastor Verna DeHart

Joshua — Courage to Cross OverThe Heroes and Great Stories of the Bible (Part 6)February 8, 2026After 40 years of wandering in the wilderness, Israel stands at the edge of promise once again. Moses is gone. The Jordan is overflowing. The moment requires courage.In this powerful message, we explore the life of Joshua — a leader prepared in private before he was positioned in public. Though Israel had seen miracles, their fear-filled words once delayed their destiny. Now, a new generation must rise with aligned faith, courageous obedience, and mouths that agree with heaven.In “Joshua: Courage to Cross Over,” we discover: How private preparation positions us for public assignment Why every promise comes with a “Jordan” that requires a step of faith The connection between courage, obedience, and the words we speak How unusual obedience unlocks unusual victories — just like Jericho This episode challenges us to guard our words, give freely with joy, and step forward even when the waters haven’t parted yet. Because the water moves after obedience. The shout comes after the silence. And victory follows alignment.Key Declaration:“I give freely and joyfully, and the Lord blesses all my work and increase.”If you’re standing at the edge of something new — a calling, a promise, a transition — this message will stir your faith to arise, cross over, and possess what God has spoken.It’s time to speak life.It’s time to be strong and courageous.It’s time to cross over.