Principles of Transition from Joshua 1

8 10 2009

Principle #1 – [vs.1-2] “Transitions do not require that forward momentum cease.”

Principle #2 – [vs.2-4] “Previous promises do not change because of a transition in leadership”

Principle #3-[vs.5] “The character of God does not change during a change in leadership.”

Principle #4 [vs.6-7] “God given requirements do not always change when the leadership changes.”

Principle #5 [Vs.8] “The Word of God is still the constant guide along the trail of success.”

Principle #6 [vs.9] “Fear is to be expected but always rejected because the presence of God has not changed.”

Principle #7 [vs.10-14] “Preparing for the future while remembering commands of the past are key to making a transition well.”

Principle #8 [vs.14] “Some people will have more responsibility than others in the midst of transition.”

Principle #9 [vs.15] “The Story of Transition can have a joyful ending.”

Principle #10 [vs.16-18] “Public commitments to follow God given leadership are valuable for leaders of transition to hear.”