The Israelites sampled their provisions but did not inquire of the LORD. Joshua 9:14 The Gibeonites were a nearby nation and had heard of the Israelites and were afraid of them. They decided to try and deceive the Israelites. They put on worn out clothing and carried old stale food as they went to meet... Continue Reading →
Joshua 6:16 Removing Walls
The seventh time around, when the priests sounded the trumpet blast, Joshua commanded the army, "Shout! For the LORD has given you the city!" Joshua 6:16 The Israelites had crossed the Jordan River and were in the land of Canaan. The first city they came to was Jericho. God had a new way for them to... Continue Reading →
Joshua 4:21-22 Remember What Happened
He said to the Israelites, "In the future when your descendants ask their parents, 'What do these stones mean?' tell them, 'Israel crossed the Jordan on dry ground.' Joshua 4:21-22 In order for the Israelites to take possession of the land of Canaan they had to get across the Jordan River. Since the river was... Continue Reading →
Joshua 1:9 Don’t Be Afraid Or Discouraged
Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the LORD your God will be with you wherever you go. Joshua 1:9 Moses had died and Joshua was now the leader of the Israelites. He was the one to lead them across the Jordan river into... Continue Reading →
Deuteronomy 32:3-4 The Greatness Of God
I will proclaim the name of the LORD. Oh, praise the greatness of our God! He is the Rock, his works are perfect, and all his ways are just. A faithful God who does no wrong, upright and just is he. Deuteronomy 32:3-4 Moses had just announced that he was about to die and that... Continue Reading →
