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JOSHUA TAUGHT HUMAN RESPONSIBILITY
MONDAY, OCTOBER 9
Joshua 1:10-18
John 14:15
“When we ask anything
in Christ’s name,
He will do it.”
JOSHUA TAUGHT HUMAN RESPONSIBILITY
Joshua had to refresh the people’s memory of all those instances where God led them with a mighty hand. He needed to assure the tribes of Israel that as they do their part, God would fulfil His part in granting them victory.
Canaan was an expansive land and each tribe had to be allocated their own place. The task before Joshua was monumental. It has been estimated that the population of Israel at that time was about two million. The tribes that had been given land east of River Jordan were to leave their families in their settlements, and go to war with all the other tribes till each tribe was settled. The unity of the nation had to be sustained and that responsibility was placed on Joshua. The logic of having everybody on board was to maximise their capabilities and ensure that they win, leaving nothing to chance. All through the Scripture, the principle of the sovereignty of God and the responsibility of man is emphasised. Joshua had to ensure that the people do what they were commanded. They were thus set to move into action.
All Israel Obeyed the Command of Joshua: The people told Joshua that they would do what he commanded them. They also pledged that anyone who would not obey would be put to death. This reflected their seriousness in sustaining their unity in order to conquer the land. They all knew that rebels were severely punished. They encouraged Joshua and all were set to move.
The dawn of entering Canaan had come. The position of Joshua was all the more important. He was endued with the Spirit of God and was ready to fulfil God’s assignment. God also made the hearts of Israel willing to obey him. God was now fulfilling what had taken forty years to achieve. When God guides, every venture is successful. When we ask God anything in Christ’s name, He will do it (John 16:23).
THOUGHT: Success comes when God’s people are obedient.
PRAYER: Help me, Father, to follow the courage of Joshua in winning souls to salvation.