BE STRONG AND COURAGEOUS
Keywords 31:23
The LORD gave this command
to Joshua son of Nun: "Be strong and courageous, for you will bring the
Israelites into the land I promised them on oath, and I myself will be with
you."
1. The LORD himself will be with you (1-13)
Moses was dying and
would not go further. Who would lead Israel? Moses tells them to be strong and
courageous because the LORD himself will be with them and go ahead of them. The
LORD chose Joshua and would lead them through him. They need not be afraid or
discouraged. God also gave them the word of the law. God himself is with each
generation. Each generation therefore must hear his word, learn to fear him,
and love him.
2. God commissions
Joshua to lead Israel (14-29)
Calling Moses and
Joshua to him at the tent of meeting, the LORD shares his agony of heart for
his rebellious and stiff-necked people who would forsake him by worshipping
other gods. Many disasters and calamities would come. God gave Moses a song to
testify against His people. Joshua faced a daunting task to lead such people.
But God said, “Be strong and courageous... I myself will be with you.” Moses
completed the book of the law, which would also testify against them.
Prayer Father, you gave us
our true leader Jesus, who leads us to your eternal kingdom. Help us humbly
obey and follow him today.
One Word Hear God’s word and learn to fear him
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