Thursday, March 14, 2019

Joshua 1-3

I didn't write a blog post yesterday, March 13. Here is a thought I have while reflecting on the Bible reading listed for that day.

At Deuteronomy 31:6 the LORD speaks to all Israel through Moses, saying, "Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the Lord your God goes with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you."

Here in the Bible's book of Joshua the LORD speaks to Joshua, saying, "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."

Repetition figures into the message of the Bible. What is said to the many is said to the one. The public and private communications of God agree here. 
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