A Limitless God

I have been reading through the book of Joshua. I'm not finished yet, but I have been fascinated with the different methods and ways God used to help the children of Israel. God had promised land to the Israelites, but there were many dangers and obstacles to overcome. These are the methods I've read about so far.
1. Rahab hiding the spies.
Two spies went to check out Jericho, but they were seen. The king sent men to find them at Rahab's house. But Rahab, a harlot of all people, hid them and helped them escape.
2. Crossing the river Jordan.
The Israelites needed to cross the river Jordan, but there was no way to cross. God told the priests to step into the water, and when they did, the water stopped flowing and there was  a path for them to go across.
3. Jericho.
In the battle of Jericho, God had a very unusual method. The Israelites were to march around the walls for 7 days, and on the 7th day they were to march around 7 times, then blow horns and shout. The walls would fall down flat, which they did! What a way to fight a battle!
4.The city of Ai.
They fought the city of Ai a completely different way. They set an ambush, which worked!
5. Five Kings of the Amorites.
The Israelites fought the Amorites, but God sent giant hailstones, and more people died from the hailstones than in battle. And then the sun stood still until the battle was won!

In all of these situations, there were four things Joshua and the Israelites needed.
1. A listening ear
They needed to be connected to God, and listening to what He had to say to them.
2. Obedience
They needed to obey whatever God said to do, even if it made no sense!
3. Faith
It took faith to believe God's promises and to obey Him.
4. Courage
God often told Joshua, Don't be afraid, be strong and of a good courage. They were scary situations. Dangerous situations. Joshua needed courage to obey God, even when he felt afraid.

War stories are not my favourite. I'm glad I didn't live in those days. But I do have my own battles which come in the form of trials and challenges. God is a creative God who works in many amazing ways. He works in ways we least expect or ways we've never seen before. We so easily limit Him. But no problem is too great for Him.
But we must be on His side--surrendered completely to Him, obeying His instructions and believing His promises. God will fight our battles for us, yet there will often be things we need to do. Instructions we need to follow. God doesn't do it all for us.
We need courage, to obey God even when we're afraid. Even when there may be danger and risks.