When Good Enough Isn't Enough

When Good Enough Isn’t Enough

"When Joshua had grown old, the LORD said to him, ‘You are very old, and there remains very much land yet to be possessed.’” (Joshua 13:1)


For the God of the universe—who has seen the lives of countless generations—to say to a man, “You have lived a long and good life,” is no small commendation. It means Joshua’s years were meaningful, fruitful, and well spent. His obedience, leadership, and victories mattered.

Yet God did not stop there. He added, “There is still much land to be taken.” In other words, as good as Joshua’s life had been, God was not finished. Past victories did not cancel future assignments. Accomplishment did not mean completion.

This is a powerful reminder for us. No matter how far you’ve come, no matter how much you’ve achieved, God may still have more ahead of you. What you see as enough may simply be a milestone, not the destination. Don’t settle too soon. Don’t pack up your tools or retire your faith. There is still work to be done, still ground to possess.

Jesus echoes this truth in the parable of the prodigal son when the father tells the elder brother: 

“Son, you are always with me, and all that I have is yours.” (Luke 15:31)

If there are still promises unclaimed, gifts undeveloped, or purposes unfulfilled, then good enough isn’t good enough. There is more available in God—and you can still step into it.

Reflection
Have you mistaken comfort for completion? Ask God to show you areas where you may have settled too soon. What “land” is He still calling you to take—spiritually, mentally, or purposefully?

Prayer
Heavenly Father, thank You for how far You have brought me. I am grateful for every victory and every season You’ve allowed me to see. But I refuse to settle where You have not said “finish.” Awaken my heart to the more You have prepared for me. Give me strength, vision, and renewed hunger to possess all You have promised. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Happy New Month

Have a fruitful day
(Dr.) Emmanuel Okoro
(aka Dr. Lift).

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