The plan for Joshua and the army of Israel as they invaded the Promised Land was spelled out by God in 10:8; “I have already given you the victory.” The victory was assured, but the work of battle was not completed. Joshua and Israel marched to confront the armies of the five kings and surprised them. Israel was not intimidated by their foe because they took God at his word. He had declared victory and Israel moved forward in faith. They may have struggled, some men of Israel may have died in the process, but God’s word was proven true and reliable once again. Modern Christians face some of the same opposition but we walk under the same promise as Joshua and the army of Israel. God has assured Christians of victory; not a political victory, but a spiritual one. There may be struggles and some may die in them, but God’s word will be proven true and reliable again and again.
Stuart
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