Preparing for the “Promised Land”: God’s extended Metaphor to you!


It is really important to be prepared: be like Josep Folta: He always is prepared and had his books ready for every class.

God knew that you would be going to university and so if we analyse God’s word ... we can see that the Promised Land is an extended metaphor ... God’s extended metaphor to you!

What is a promised land? (Well No, David Kang it is not an event that you have organised... no matter how much fun or cool it would be! )

The promised land refers to the land that God promised to Abraham and his decendants...the land of Canaan. So we can see that the promised land is “God given / God ordained”. So the metaphor of the promised land we can safely say in your case that it could be “University” - (.No the promised land is not shopping. Like .Euwen and Karin would like to believe..) Having said this, we can infer that you can’t go to the promised land in your case “university” without taking God with you.

1) Take God with you! (Be like Young: she has God on speed dial...)

You can’t physically take God but I mean you can and should take “ God’s dreams and desires for you and your life”. You should not take your dreams (they are often too small) (example) Joanne who allowed God to give her a BIG dream. Building a school in China is a big “God” dream.

God says in Jeremiah 29 v 11 For I know the plans I have for you," declares the LORD, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.

Best you take God with you – as He has your game plan prepared! Just ask Bryan Kim and the other team captains about keeping the game plans with you!

2) Spend time with God: Before you go to uni and after you get there. Evie and CAROLINE

“ Be strong and Courageous” Find scripture Joshua



You are a similie: you are like sheep you know Sheep know their shepards voice; their shepard protects them; takes them to graze and gives them rest and water... but the sheep are clever because they know their master’s voice and follow him. (not the three wise men: Jason; John and Leo)



Get to know God’s voice; listen for His voice so that he can guide you...you have the time now: no more ee’s, ia’s, world lits, lab reports and presentations or CAS – so Just Do It! Spend time with God (learn the master’s voice.) (Susie you and I know how much you had to do this this year but it was well worth it!



3) Don’t complain about the manner: Tanner could easily tell us what the manner symbolizes (of good things God gives us: pillar of fire by night ; cloud by day) and food...see God’s provision in your life and at uni. Don’t forget to thank God for the good things and not complain.



4) There will be giants in the land at University: like the Isrealites experienced BIG GIANTS even you JACK WILL HAVE PROBLEMS BIGGER THAN YOU: problem will come your way at uni but know that God can and will help you overcome these giant problems! So stay close to your shepard.

5) As Joshua scouted out the land: you’ve done that already... checked out the university and some know your roommates even... But Josh did look for support and help: look for people who love God and can give you good godly advice; who will help you; who will hide you when you need a safe haven. Ask Chanho and Jason they have each others backs real brotherhood.

6) Follow God’s Instructions: the Israelites listened to God and defeated Jericho ... marched around it x 7 and shouted out loud... and if you know Abby, you’d know that she could destroy and build any wall. She leads and follows God’s instructions...and gets Andrew and David HK to do almost anything! When you use the opportunities God give you you will create fear in the hearts of the opposition: David Tusun and Tony and the other TCIS rugby team clearly know how to do this... Mr.Moimoi... at uni seize opportunities allow God to direct your path of study – be prepared to rise above the student apathy. Study when the others are messing around... Carpe dieum seize the day.

7) Be prepared to be used of God: Illyoon and TFT Allowed God to use them in Mongolia! So give your time back to God; to others and to your studies. Like Sumin be prepared to MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN THE PLACE YOU WERE PLANTED: SUMIN SINCE GRADE 2... was prepared to and allowed God to use her!

8) Be like Bryan Kim and actually like Joshua:

“Attempt great things for God and expect great things from God.

Lets wrap up and summarize perfectly like the Jenny’s and the Hannah do so well:

Take these to uni:

- Take God’s word

- Get to know God’s heart

- Listen for his voice

- Act on his will

- He will equip you and sustain you...

- His way leads to success!

- Be Strong like Swan and Courageous like Jean – take on the world and take hold of the Promised Land. Do no tremble or be dismayed – for the Lord God is with where ever you go.