Joshua 12:1 These are the kings of the land whom the Israelites had defeated and whose territory they took over….
As I was reading Joshua 12, the memorial stones from Joshua 4 came strongly to mind. Joshua 12 feels to me like a verbal stack of memorial stones to help Israel remember the steadfastness of God. Any time they fumble or are uncertain, they can remember God’s guidance and victory as they moved into the Promised Land.
Joshua 12:6 Moses, the servant of the LORD, and the Israelites conquered them….
I’ve said before that when times get tough, really tough, I often resort to literally counting my blessings, naming them one-by-one, to help me remember God’s steadfast love and sovereignty. This tactic also works when facing change or uncertainty. We may not know what lies ahead, but we know Who’s in control, and we know we can trust Him. Always.
Joshua 12:7 Here is a list of the kings of the land that Joshua and the Israelites conquered on the west side of the Jordan….
Lord, Thank You for this day, for this scripture, for this reminder that in doubt and uncertainty we can always count on You. Thank You for the ability to look back over our lives and see Your presence, Your love, so clearly. Draw us closer. Help us to walk confidently in Your will. Amen.
Joshua 12:24 …thirty-one kings in all.
Have a blessed day.
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