READ Numbers 13
The Lord commands Moses to send spies into the land of Canaan.
 
INSIGHT
One of the most common mistakes we make during the tough times in life is to place our eyes on circumstances rather than on the promises of God. The Lord promises Israel that He will lead them into the Promised Land and defeat the armies that are living there. He even promises to send in swarms of hornets to drive out the armies, so Israel won't even have to fight. But one look at the giants, and every promise is forgotten. One glimpse of the armies, and "God is not enough." The New Testament is full of promises for us. We must keep our eyes on the promises.
 
PRAYER
As you focus on God's promises, praise Him with this psalm:
The Lord is exalted above all the nations,  
His glory above the heavens.  
Who is like the Lord our God —
The one enthroned on high,  
Who stoops down to look
On the heavens and the earth?
(Psalm 113:4-6).
 
Now pray this confession to the Lord:
You will cleanse me from all my iniquity
By which I have sinned against You,
And You will pardon all my iniquities
By which I have sinned
And by which I have transgressed
Against You (Based on Jeremiah 33:8).
 
Confess any sins that the Holy Spirit brings to your mind. As you agree with God's will, voice your affirmation of His Word:
I delight to do your will, my God,  
And your instruction is deep within me
(Psalm 40:8).
 
Your word is a lamp for my feet  
And a light on my path
(Psalm 119:105).
 
As you make your requests known to the Lord, pray for:

• Greater faithfulness with your talents
• Opportunities to serve the Lord
• The concerns of your heart

 
Now offer this prayer of worship to the Lord:
“May the Lord bless you and protect you;  
May the Lord make his face shine on you
And be gracious to you; may the Lord
Look with favor on you and give you peace.”
(Numbers 6:24-26).