SUNDAY CHOICE – We will serve the Lord.”-Joshua 24:15. – By Charles Schokman
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“But if serving the Lord seems undesirable to you, then choose for yourselves this day whom you will serve, whether the gods your ancestors served beyond the Euphrates, or the gods of the Amorites, in whose land you are living. But as for me and my household, we will serve the Lord.”-Joshua 24:15.
Joshua 24:15 is a pivotal declaration in the Bible where Joshua challenges the Israelites to choose between serving the Lord or the false gods of their ancestors and neighbors. In his final speech, Joshua declares, “But as for me and my house, we will serve the Lord,” setting an example of personal, decisive commitment to faith.
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Key Aspects of Joshua 24:15:
- The Challenge to Choose: Joshua urges the people to make a definitive choice to serve God, emphasising that serving Him is nota passive action but a conscious decision.
- Context of Idolatry: The Israelites are told to abandon the “gods their fathers served” (beyond the Euphrates) and the gods of the Amorites (in whose land they dwell), highlighting the temptation to blend in with surrounding cultures.
- “As for Me and My House”: This phrase emphasizes that faith and commitment to God should begin within one’s own family and personal life before influencing others.
- Modern Application: The verse is often used to encourage Christians today to make a stand for their faith, prioritising the worship of God over worldly idols.
The verse is a powerful call to action that highlights the importance of spiritual commitment in a world with competing values.
In this New Year lets make a commitment that Me and my house, we will serve the Lord.
Pray these hymns will be a blessing to you.
