In Joshua 3–4, Israel faced an impossible barrier: the Jordan River at flood stage. But when the priests carrying the ark stepped into the water, God held the river back and made a way for His people to cross into the Promised Land.

In this message, Pastor Kyle Nieman unpacks how God leads His people through the impossible, calls us to step out in faith before we see the miracle, and reminds us to build memorials of His faithfulness so future generations know His power.

Key Scripture: Joshua 3:1–17; 4:1–24

In Joshua 2, we meet Rahab—an unlikely ally whose courageous decision to hide Israel’s spies shows us what risky faith looks like. Her story reminds us that God delights in using people the world might overlook, and that true faith always leads to action, even when it’s costly.

In this message, Pastor Kyle Nieman challenges us to consider:

• Where is God calling you to take a step of risky faith?

• Who have you written off that God may be working through?

• How can you make your faith visible, like Rahab’s scarlet cord?

Join us as Pastor Kyle Nieman launches our new series, Strong and Courageous, grounded in the powerful opening of Joshua. This week we step into Joshua's shoes—assuming a mantle of leadership after Moses' death and facing fears of entering the Promised Land. God’s message is clear: “Be strong and courageous.” In this sermon (Joshua 1:1–9), discover where true strength comes from: - God’s unshakeable promises, not your finite circumstances - Obedience as an expression of love and faith - A deep treasure in meditating on God’s Word - Confidence growing from the presence of the Holy Spirit with you Whether you feel intimidated by what lies ahead—or simply eager to walk boldly in God’s plans—this sermon will encourage you to step forward in faith with courage, grounded in the reality that God is with you wherever you go. Connect with us: - Subscribe for the rest of the Strong and Courageous series - Check our website (fbcws.org) for more info about First Baptist White Settlement.