2 Tim 2:15 "Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth."
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FAITH IN SETTLEMENT IN CANAAN
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 18
Hebrews 11:21-40
Psalm 20:1-9
“… we will remember the name
of the LORD our God.”
FAITH IN SETTLEMENT IN CANAAN
The capture of and settlement in the land of Canaan were also acts of faith. Joshua won the first battle by faith. The fall of the walls of Jericho confirmed God’s hand. They did not have to fight, but Joshua did what the Lord told him. Israel easily captured the city, and they obeyed what God had commanded Joshua, i.e. to kill everyone in the city. Only Rahab and her family were spared because she had saved the spies that Joshua had sent. They had vowed to her that they would not kill her and her family when the Lord gave them the city. She is mentioned in the text as one who trusted God.
The time of judges followed the time of Joshua and the text mentions Gideon, Barak and Samson as those who exercised faith. Gideon was called from threshing his father’s wheat to become the captain of Israel and despite his initial fear to take up the responsibility, he was victorious. God gave him directions and he won the war through a simple strategy. Barak also, with the encouragement of Deborah the prophetess, brought victory to the army of Israel. Samson was given great physical power and he did many exploits in his time as a judge. During the kingdom period of Israel’s history, David, Samuel and other prophets stood out as people who trusted God by faith and He used them greatly.
There are many others whose names are not mentioned. They subdued kingdoms and wrought righteousness. They quenched violence of fire and escaped the edge of the sword. Women also received their dead back to life. Others had trials of cruel mockings and scourgings. They were stoned and sawn asunder. They suffered so much yet they stood for their faith. They were trailblazers of this path. Ever since, many others have gone the same way.
THOUGHT: It is imperative for the present generation to follow the same path of faith.
PRAYER: Father, may I follow the path of Christ in my faith.