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Imagine being a young warrior, chosen to succeed an experienced leader like Moses... This was Joshua. Joshua was given an enormous mission by God: to lead the Hebrew people and conquer the land promised to them.
A mission like this would require much courage, obedience, and faith in God. Faced with these challenges, God did not abandon Joshua, instead, He poured an abundance of encouragement on this young warrior:
"Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go".
Joshua 1:9
God really raised up Joshua, and prepared him for the great mission of his life: to conquer Canaan. The first great challenge was the city of Jericho. Like Joshua, we can take hold of this word of encouragement and strength. In this short and powerful Bible verse, there are 3 great lessons we can take away with us:
1. Be strong and brave!
God knows what he is doing, he knows everything! If God has given you a challenge, hold your head high, be strong and courageous. We are a chosen people (1 Peter 2:9). God empowers his chosen ones and you have been chosen by the Almighty.
God does not give us a burden greater than we can bear (1 Corinthians 10:13). Trials mature our faith and our intimacy with God. This should not be a cause for sadness, but for joy, because the trial of faith produces perseverance and spiritual growth (James 1:2-4).
One detail that makes all the difference: God's Word encourages and strengthens us. God advised Joshua to meditate "day and night" on the Book of the Law, so that everything promised to him would be fulfilled (Joshua 1:8). Faith comes by hearing the Word of God (Romans 10:17).
The Bible is the real nutrition to face any challenge! Make God's Word your daily diet and take hold of his promises.
2. Don't be scared or discouraged!
Certain situations in life may lead us to become discouraged and terrified. These reactions can occur when we only focus on the difficulties and forget that "God is not with us".
The only thing that can keep us from God's presence is sin. And only forgiveness and repentance can bring us closer to him. If you feel you are far from the Father, ask for forgiveness and truly seek him.
In the book of Matthew, we read about a time when the disciples were terrified by a fierce storm, even though Jesus was with them in the boat the whole time! After exhausting their strength, they turned to Jesus - who was sleeping peacefully - and he immediately calmed the sea with his voice (Matthew 8:24-25).
When Jesus woke up, he asked the disciples: "You of little faith, why are you so afraid?" (Matthew 8:26). Don't be afraid or discouraged, Jesus is with you in the same boat!
3. God will be with you wherever you go!
Wherever Joshua set foot, God was with him. Even before Joshua began, God showed him everything that could be achieved by obeying His Word and communing with Him (Joshua 8:3-5).
Reading the Bible allows us to learn about God's promises. God has not left us without support. He sent His Son to save us (John 3:16) and left us the Holy Spirit to counsel and sanctify us (John 14:16-18).
If we walk according to God's Word, miracles and wonders will happen! This was always the case with Joshua, and it will be like that with everyone who chooses to walk according to God's Word (2 Samuel 22:31-33). He will be with you wherever you go!
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