* God has a “promised land” for each of us in the different areas of our lives - physical, spiritual, emotional, relational, financial, etc.

* The only way to get there is to make a decision to do it.

* Success is forged by DECISIONS.

* Decisions are fueled by DISCIPLINE.

* Backstory - God had a Promised Land for His people - it was a place of peace, prosperity, and purpose.

* Israel had defeated 31 kings, now they had to go take the land.

* There were remnants remaining who had to be driven out - it would be hard.

* Vs 1-3 - They had the power (the ability to do something) and the authority (the right to use power) to take the land - but they just had to “do it!”

* EX: Grossly overweight - you have the power and authority, now make decision, wrap discipline around it, and DO IT!

* Your first decision - make a PLAN!

* Vs 4, 8-10 - It was their responsibility to make the plan, but God’s to lead them.

* Proverbs 16:9 - “In his heart a man plans his course, but God determines his steps.”

* You can’t steer a stationary car - it’s got to start moving.

* What do you want to accomplish?

* Make a plan and start moving. Here’s the flow:

* 1) Figure out what you want (Psalms 37:4 - “Delight yourself in the Lord…”) - follow your desire.

* 2) Make a plan to get what you want.

* Begin with the end in mind

* Work backward

* Break it down into small steps

* 3) Die to that plan - let God handle the results.

* 4) Start moving forward - execute while listening intently for God’s voice.

* When you operate like this, you’ll inherit your Promised Land, just as the Israelites did.