Have I not commanded you? Be strong and of good courage; do not be afraid, nor be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.

                                                                                     JOSHUA 1:19 NKJV

   When you face seemingly endless household tasks or unruly children or a stress-filled schedule and no time, perhaps you relate to Joshua. You are expected to take hold of the promised land of living faithfully for God in an unfaithful world. You look at your schedule and the amount of work to be done, and you cry, "I can't do this."

   God offers you the same reassurance he gave Joshua. You can be confident and worry-free. You can rest in the understanding that God will give you what you need. When you feel overwhelmed, know that God is with you every step of the way -- every step as you work in your home, as you run errands, as you care for others. God walks with you and infuses you with strength, courage, and confidence.

   When you don't have power, God will empower you. When you don't have the strength, let God step in and give you the strength. Let him work in you and through you. He's willing to -- every step of the way. You can rest in the understanding that God will give you what you need.