Finding Courage in the Face of Fear
Have you ever had to do something that terrified you? For the Israelites in Joshua’s day, it was entering a land filled with fortified cities and powerful armies. Despite God’s promise to give them the land, they had to muster the courage to take it.
A History of Fear
Forty years earlier, the Israelites’ parents had refused to enter the land due to fear. Now, after decades of wandering in the wilderness, they had another chance. But to succeed, they had to be strong and courageous, unlike their predecessors.
God’s Presence Gives Courage
Moses assured the people that God would go with them, fighting on their behalf against their enemies. This promise gave them the courage they needed to face their fears. Imagine having the strongest, most powerful warrior by your side!
Faithfulness in the Face of Uncertainty
The Israelites didn’t know how their story would unfold, but they had to trust in God’s promise. Similarly, we don’t know what the future holds, but we can trust in God’s faithfulness. We are called to share the gospel, stand firm against opposition, and press on without fear.
New Testament Encouragement
The New Testament echoes the encouragement found in Deuteronomy 31:6. Jesus is with us, and God will never leave or forsake us. We can remain steadfast in our commitment to Christian ethics, knowing that God is always with us.
Pressing On Without Fear
Let us press on without fear, confident that we will join Jesus in the heavenly places. We can say something more than the Israelites could: our Savior has already passed through death into the new creation, reigning in perfect blessedness.
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