The Rahab’s
story in the scripture provide an opportunity to learn something vital and
important to our journey of faith in Christ Jesus. I want you to read carefully and prayerfully
understand the promise and faithfulness of God to everyone who look and call
upon his holy name. God is ever faithful to children, as long as you look up
and call for help.
Joshua chapter 2 verses 10 and 11:
For we have heard how the LORD dried up the water of the Red Sea for you
when you came out of Egypt, and what you did to the two kings of the
Amorites who were on the other side of the Jordan, Sihon and Og, whom you
utterly destroyed. And as soon as we heard these things, our hearts
melted, neither did there remain any more courage in any man, because
of you; for the LORD your God, he is God in heaven above and on earth beneath.
In these verses, the
people of Jericho are responding to the news that the Israelites have conquered
the land of the Amorites. They have heard about how the Israelites miraculously
parted the Red Sea to escape from Egypt, and how they defeated the powerful
Amorite kings Sihon and Og. This news has filled the people of Jericho with
fear and dread. They realize that the Israelites are a powerful and victorious
people, and that their God is the true God.
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God’s Power to the rescue
The people of Jericho’s
reaction to the Israelites is a reminder of the power of God. The Israelites
are a small and insignificant people, but they have been chosen by God to
conquer the land of Canaan. God has shown his power on their behalf, and the people
of Jericho are terrified.
The people of Jericho’s
reaction also teaches us something about faith. The people of Jericho have
heard about the Israelites’ God, but they do not yet believe in him. They are
afraid of the Israelites because they are powerful, but they do not yet understand
that God is the one who gives them their power.
Three (3) Important lesson from the Rehab’s story
The story of Rahab, a
prostitute who lived in Jericho, is a powerful example of how faith can
overcome fear. Rahab heard about the Israelites and their God, and she believed
that they were the ones who were going to conquer Jericho. She hid the
Israelite spies in her house and helped them to escape. As a result, she and
her family were spared when the Israelites destroyed Jericho.
The story of Rahab teaches us that we should not be afraid of those who are more powerful than us.
If we trust in God, he will give us the strength to overcome our fears.
In addition to the
lessons about power and faith, Joshua 2:10-11 also teaches us something about
the nature of God. The people of Jericho recognize that the Israelites’ God is
the true God, the one who rules over heaven and earth. This is an important reminder
that there is only one God, and that he is worthy of our worship and obedience.
The story of the people
of Jericho is a powerful reminder of the power of God, the importance of faith,
and the oneness of God. It is a story that we can all learn from, and that can
help us to live our lives in a way that honors God.
Here are some additional
thoughts on Joshua 2:10-11:
- The people of
Jericho were afraid of the Israelites because they had heard about the
miracles that God had done for them. They knew that the Israelites were a
powerful people, and they feared for their own safety. - However, the
people of Jericho also recognized that the Israelites’ God was the true
God. They knew that he was the one who had parted the Red Sea and defeated
the Amorite kings. This knowledge filled them with dread, but it also gave
them hope. - The story of
Rahab shows us that even those who are not Israelites can be saved by God.
Rahab was a prostitute, but she was also a woman of faith. She believed in
the God of the Israelites, and she was willing to risk her life to help
them. - The story of
Rahab teaches us that God is a God of mercy and grace. He is willing to
forgive those who turn to him in faith.
I hope this explanation
of Joshua chapter 2 verses 10 and 11 is helpful. Please let me know if you have
any other questions.
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