JULY 4, Joshua 2:9-13, 18-20

Under the direction of God, Joshua and the people of Israel set off to conquer the land of Canaan. The first obstacle was the important city of Jericho. This fortress was the door to the Promised Land. It was about seven or eight miles from the River Jordan. The general in command was Joshua and he sent two spies into Jericho.

The two spies hid in the house of Rahab. Rahab had heard of the Lord of the children of Israel, and the miracles like the parting of the Red Sea and their victory in the battles against the Amorite kings. She believed their Lord is God of heaven and earth. Although she had lived a past life of sin, she had decided to change and believe in God! So, she had the courage to hide the spies at the rooftop where their pursuers could not find them. In return, she asked for protection for herself and her family when the people of Israel were to invade Jericho. The spies agreed to spare her life and her family’s while she promised not to expose their plot to attack Jericho.

God granted Joshua’s army victory in their first campaign. God honoured their faithfulness. The men under Joshua’s command saw the red thread in the window of Rahab’s house and spared their lives. God honoured Rahab’s faith too. God is no respecter of persons (Acts 10:34-35). God is the Lord and He is LORD of all.

          How do we know that God is the Lord of all? The Bible tells us so.

          Genesis 2:4 says that: He is the __________ of heaven and earth.
          (God created all things from nothing)

          Acts 10:34 says that: He is no __________ of persons.
          (God is the God of all nations and every person.)

Thought: I must worship God because He is my Creator.

Prayer: Heavenly Father, Thou art the only true and living God and Creator of all. May I worship You in spirit and in truth. In Jesus’ name I pray – Amen.