Day 84: Chronological Bible in One Year Devotion🙏🙏
The conquest of Canaan under Joshua’s leadership reveals the mighty hand of God in fighting for His people. In Joshua 10, we read one of the most miraculous events in biblical history—God’s intervention through the extension of daylight to give Joshua and Israel the time needed to secure victory over their enemies. When five Amorite kings joined forces to attack Gibeon, Joshua led Israel to defend their ally, and God fought alongside them.
The Lord assured Joshua of victory even before the battle began: “Do not be afraid of them; I have given them into your hand” (Joshua 10:8). In a powerful demonstration of His might, God threw the enemy into confusion, struck them with hailstones, and extended the day by halting the sun and the moon at Joshua’s request. This supernatural event showed that God is in control not only of human affairs but also of creation itself. Joshua’s prayer of faith—asking for the sun to stand still—resulted in one of the greatest displays of divine power in battle.
Joshua 10 teaches us that God fights for His people when they walk in obedience and trust Him. Just as He intervened for Israel, He intervenes in our lives today. Whether through miraculous means or by giving us wisdom, strength, and favor, God is always working on behalf of those who are faithful to Him.
In Joshua 11, Joshua continued the campaign to conquer the northern territories of Canaan. The unified armies of the northern kings were massive, but once again, God assured Joshua of victory. With faith and determination, Joshua followed the Lord’s instructions, completely defeating the enemies. The repeated emphasis on God’s guidance and the obedience of Joshua highlights a key lesson: victory comes from trusting and obeying God, regardless of the size or strength of the opposition.
By the time we reach Joshua 12:1-6, the record of Israel’s victories is presented in summary, showcasing how God fulfilled His promises. The long list of defeated kings demonstrates God’s faithfulness to His word. Despite the strength of the enemy or the challenges faced, God’s people experienced triumph after triumph because they followed His commands.
These passages remind us that God is our divine warrior. He fights for us, guides us, and delivers us from every battle we face in life. When we face overwhelming challenges, we can take heart, knowing that we are not alone. God is with us, and no enemy is too great for Him to overcome. Our role is to trust Him, seek His will, and follow His leading, confident that victory is assured through His power.
Prayer: Lord, thank You for fighting on our behalf. Help us to trust You in every battle we face, knowing that You are with us. Strengthen our faith to pray bold prayers, and give us the courage to follow Your will completely. We praise You for the victories You have won for us, in the name of Jesus Christ. Amen.
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