Possessing Your Mountain Series

POSSESSING YOUR MOUNTAIN

By Rev. Samuel Arimoro

Main Text: Joshua 14:6-12

Key Verse:

“Now therefore give me this mountain, whereof the LORD spake in that day; for thou heardest in that day how the Anakims were there, and that the cities were great and fenced: if so be the LORD will be with me, then I shall be able to drive them out, as the LORD said.” — Joshua 14:12

Supporting Texts: Deuteronomy 1:36; Numbers 13:30; Philippians 3:13-14; Romans 4:20-21; Hebrews 10:36

INTRODUCTION:

Caleb stands out as one of the greatest examples of unwavering faith and perseverance in the Bible. At eighty-five years old, he still remembered the promise God made to him through Moses and boldly demanded his inheritance. Despite his age and the presence of giants, Caleb’s confidence in God remained unshaken.

The story of Caleb teaches us that faith does not expire with age, nor does it diminish with delay. True faith grows stronger over time and keeps its eyes fixed on the promise of God. Even when others give up, faith keeps pushing until every word from God becomes reality.

Every believer has a “mountain”, a divine promise, calling, or challenge to conquer. God expects us to rise with faith, courage, and endurance to possess it, no matter how long it takes or how tough it looks. Like Caleb, we must declare with conviction: “Give me this mountain!”

1. REMEMBERING GOD’S PROMISE KEEPS FAITH ALIVE

When Caleb approached Joshua, he recalled the promise that God had made to him forty-five years earlier. Faith draws strength from what God has spoken, not from current circumstances.

a) God’s Word Never Expires (Isaiah 40:8)

The promises of God remain valid across generations; they never lose power or relevance.

b) Faith Holds On Despite Delays (Habakkuk 2:3)

Though the vision tarries, the faithful continue to believe until it speaks.

c) Remembering God’s Faithfulness Strengthens Resolve (Psalm 77:11)

Reflecting on past victories fuels courage for present battles.

d) The Promise Is Proof of Possession (Numbers 23:19)

God’s Word is a legal guarantee of your inheritance; what He said, He will surely perform.

Biblical Example: Abraham remembered God’s promise of a son and staggered not in unbelief, but was strong in faith, giving glory to God (Romans 4:19-21).

2. FAITH SEES OPPORTUNITY WHERE OTHERS SEE OBSTACLES

Caleb saw the same giants others saw, but his perspective was different. Faith sees possibilities in every impossibility.

a) Faith Focuses on God’s Power, Not the Problem (Numbers 14:9)

Caleb trusted that the presence of God was greater than the strength of the Anakim.

b) Giants Exist to Prove God’s Strength (1 Samuel 17:47)

Every mountain or giant before you is an opportunity for God’s glory to be revealed.

c) Fear Magnifies the Problem; Faith Magnifies God (Isaiah 41:10)

Fear sees defeat, but faith sees divine support.

d) Faith Transforms Challenges into Testimonies (Romans 8:28)

Every opposition becomes a stepping stone when viewed through the eyes of faith.

Biblical Example: David faced Goliath with confidence because he saw God’s power, not the giant’s size (1 Samuel 17:45-50).

3. COURAGE IS REQUIRED TO POSSESS YOUR MOUNTAIN

No one climbs a mountain sitting down. Possessing divine promises demands boldness and determination.

a) Courage Is Proof of Faith (Deuteronomy 31:6)

True faith produces inner strength to confront every challenge head-on.

b) Courage Defies Limitation (Philippians 4:13)

Caleb refused to let age become an excuse; he declared, “I am as strong this day as I was then.”

c) Courage Acts on God’s Word (James 2:17)

Faith without corresponding action cannot bring results.

d) Courage Is Contagious (Joshua 14:9)

Caleb’s bold request inspired others to believe for their own inheritance.

Biblical Example: Queen Esther displayed courage when she risked her life to approach the king for her people’s deliverance (Esther 4:16).

4. GOD’S PRESENCE GUARANTEES YOUR VICTORY

Caleb’s confidence was rooted in one truth — “If the Lord be with me, I shall be able to drive them out.” God’s presence is the decisive factor in every conquest.

a) Victory Is Assured with God’s Presence (Romans 8:31)

If God is for you, nothing can stand against you.

b) God’s Presence Empowers for Battle (Exodus 33:14)

The presence of God gives rest and supernatural strength.

c) God’s Presence Turns Weakness to Power (2 Corinthians 12:9)

His grace makes the weak victorious in impossible situations.

d) God’s Presence Establishes Possession (Joshua 1:9)

The Lord’s abiding presence gives assurance that every promise will be fulfilled.

Biblical Example: Moses refused to move without God’s presence, and because God went with him, Israel possessed the promised land (Exodus 33:14-16).

CONCLUSION:

Faith does not retire. Caleb’s story reminds us that age, delay, or opposition cannot stop God’s promises from coming to pass. If God has spoken, your mountain will be possessed. It may take years, but the promise will surely be fulfilled.