*Joshua 3:4-5*

Then you will know which way to go, *since you have never been this way before*…and the Lord will do amazing things among you 

It takes a lot of courage to leave everything behind and reach for a brand-new beginning. 

 

 

It can be physically, emotionally, and mentally tasking to move on to where and what God's destined for us - new places/people, new ventures, new cultures, and an expansion of our reach.

 

 

Pioneers are people who do things for the first time!

 

 

*What makes a Pioneer?*

 

1. *Rare commitment*: What's most interesting about doing the right thing isn't in the complication, but in the sacrifice/cost.  

 

'*2Tim. 2:4*

No one serving in the army gets entangled in everyday affairs; the soldier’s aim is to please the enlisting officer

 

2. *Courage* - God doesn't want us to be pressed into a mold but to constantly renew our minds! (Romans 12:1-2). As catalysts, pioneers take the lead and prepare the way for others to follow.

 

Heart of a warrior:  Warriors can't afford to sit down on the sidelines and wait for something to happen - they stand up and take action, whatever is required!  

 

*2Sam. 23:20-21*

Beniah killed two lion-like heroes of Moab, a lion in a pit full of snow and an Egyptian warrior who had a spear with a club! 

 

 

3. *Extreme passion* - They are able to bring others together, rally them to a cause and see them flourish.! 

 

*‭‭Titus‬ ‭2:7‭-‬8‬*

In everything set them an example by doing what is good. In your teaching show integrity, seriousness [8] and soundness of speech that cannot be condemned, so that those who oppose you may be ashamed because they have nothing bad to say about us.

 

 

4. *Venture into the unknown* -  Jesus said, “Go! (venture into unexplored areas)” He didn’t say “Strut comfortably into!”

 

In the parable of the last supper, there were multiple reasons given....

One said, “I bought a piece of ground”, Another – “I bought five yoke of oxen”. Still another, “I have married a wife, and therefore I cannot come!” (Luke 14:17-20)

 

 

What has God called you to pioneer?  A venture/business? A family? A team? What problems is he sending your way to solve? What's the new exploit he wants you to do? 

 

*Prayer Points*

1. Pray that God will open your inner eyes to see the paths he wants you to forge for the future

2. Ask God to help you push through every challenge, and not lose sight of his calling

3. Ask God to expand your hearts to receive unique revelation and vision, concerning new territories.

4. Pray that God will ignite the mindset of a pioneer in your life and break the chain of personal weaknesses holding you back. 

5. Father, grant me a pioneer spirit this year. That I may be willing to do exploits bigger than me, to advance Your Kingdom