Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version The LORD your God, who is going before you, will fight for you, as he did for you in Egypt, before your very eyes, New Living Translation The LORD your God is going ahead of you. He will fight for you, just as you saw him do in Egypt. English Standard Version The LORD your God who goes before you will himself fight for you, just as he did for you in Egypt before your eyes, Berean Standard Bible The LORD your God, who goes before you, will fight for you, just as you saw Him do for you in Egypt King James Bible The LORD your God which goeth before you, he shall fight for you, according to all that he did for you in Egypt before your eyes; New King James Version The LORD your God, who goes before you, He will fight for you, according to all He did for you in Egypt before your eyes, New American Standard Bible The LORD your God, who goes before you, will Himself fight for you, just as He did for you in Egypt before your eyes, NASB 1995 ‘The LORD your God who goes before you will Himself fight on your behalf, just as He did for you in Egypt before your eyes, NASB 1977 ‘The LORD your God who goes before you will Himself fight on your behalf, just as He did for you in Egypt before your eyes, Legacy Standard Bible Yahweh your God, who goes before you, will Himself fight on your behalf, just as He did for you in Egypt before your eyes, Amplified Bible The LORD your God who goes before you will fight for you Himself, just as He did for you in Egypt before your [very] eyes, Christian Standard Bible The LORD your God who goes before you will fight for you, just as you saw him do for you in Egypt. Holman Christian Standard Bible The LORD your God who goes before you will fight for you, just as you saw Him do for you in Egypt. American Standard Version Jehovah your God who goeth before you, he will fight for you, according to all that he did for you in Egypt before your eyes, Contemporary English Version The LORD our God will lead the way. He will fight on our side, just as he did when we saw him do all those things to the Egyptians. English Revised Version The LORD your God who goeth before you, he shall fight for you, according to all that he did for you in Egypt before your eyes; GOD'S WORD® Translation The LORD your God, who is going ahead of you, will fight for you as you saw him fight for you in Egypt Good News Translation The LORD your God will lead you, and he will fight for you, just as you saw him do in Egypt International Standard Version The LORD your God is the One who will be going ahead of you. He'll fight for you just as he did in Egypt before your eyes. NET Bible The LORD your God is about to go ahead of you; he will fight for you, just as you saw him do in Egypt New Heart English Bible The LORD your God who goes before you, he will fight for you, according to all that he did for you in Egypt before your eyes, Webster's Bible Translation The LORD your God who goeth before you; he shall fight for you, according to all that he did for you in Egypt before your eyes; Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleThe LORD your God, who goes before you, will fight for you, just as you saw Him do for you in Egypt World English Bible Yahweh your God, who goes before you, he will fight for you, according to all that he did for you in Egypt before your eyes, Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionyour God YHWH, who is going before you—He fights for you, according to all that He has done with you in Egypt before your eyes, Young's Literal Translation Jehovah your God, who is going before you -- He doth fight for you, according to all that He hath done with you in Egypt before your eyes, Smith's Literal Translation Jehovah your God went before you; he will fight for you according to all that he did to you in Egypt before your eyes. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleThe Lord God, who is your leader, himself will fight for you, as he did in Egypt in the sight of all. Catholic Public Domain Version The Lord God himself, who is your leader, will fight on your behalf, just as he did in Egypt in the sight of all. New American Bible The LORD, your God, who goes before you, is the one who will fight for you, just as he acted with you before your very eyes in Egypt, New Revised Standard Version The LORD your God, who goes before you, is the one who will fight for you, just as he did for you in Egypt before your very eyes, Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleThe LORD your God, who goes before you, shall fight for you, just as he did for you in Egypt before your eyes; Peshitta Holy Bible Translated LORD JEHOVAH your God goes before you and he fights for you according to all that He did with you in Egypt in your sight; OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917The LORD your God who goeth before you, He shall fight for you, according to all that He did for you in Egypt before your eyes; Brenton Septuagint Translation the Lord your God who goes before your face, he shall fight against them together with you effectually, according to all that he wrought for you in the land of Egypt; Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Israel's Rebellion…29So I said to you: “Do not be terrified or afraid of them! 30The LORD your God, who goes before you, will fight for you, just as you saw Him do for you in Egypt 31and in the wilderness, where the LORD your God carried you, as a man carries his son, all the way by which you traveled until you reached this place.”… Cross References Exodus 14:14 The LORD will fight for you; you need only to be still.” Joshua 23:10 One of you can put a thousand to flight, because the LORD your God fights for you, just as He promised. Nehemiah 4:20 Wherever you hear the sound of the horn, rally to us there. Our God will fight for us!” Isaiah 41:10 Do not fear, for I am with you; do not be afraid, for I am your God. I will strengthen you; I will surely help you; I will uphold you with My righteous right hand. Isaiah 43:2 When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and when you go through the rivers, they will not overwhelm you. When you walk through the fire, you will not be scorched; the flames will not set you ablaze. Isaiah 45:2 “I will go before you and level the mountains; I will break down the gates of bronze and cut through the bars of iron. Isaiah 52:12 For you will not leave in a hurry nor flee in haste, for the LORD goes before you, and the God of Israel is your rear guard. Isaiah 63:9 In all their distress, He too was afflicted, and the Angel of His Presence saved them. In His love and compassion He redeemed them; He lifted them up and carried them all the days of old. 2 Chronicles 20:17 You need not fight this battle. Take up your positions, stand firm, and see the salvation of the LORD on your behalf, O Judah and Jerusalem. Do not be afraid or discouraged. Go out and face them tomorrow, for the LORD is with you.’” Psalm 44:3 For it was not by their sword that they took the land; their arm did not bring them victory. It was by Your right hand, Your arm, and the light of Your face, because You favored them. Psalm 46:10 “Be still and know that I am God; I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted over the earth.” Psalm 118:6 The LORD is on my side; I will not be afraid. What can man do to me? Romans 8:31 What then shall we say in response to these things? If God is for us, who can be against us? 2 Corinthians 10:4 The weapons of our warfare are not the weapons of the flesh. Instead, they have divine power to demolish strongholds. Ephesians 6:10-11 Finally, be strong in the Lord and in His mighty power. / Put on the full armor of God, so that you can make your stand against the devil’s schemes. Treasury of Scripture The LORD your God which goes before you, he shall fight for you, according to all that he did for you in Egypt before your eyes; he shall Deuteronomy 20:1-4 When thou goest out to battle against thine enemies, and seest horses, and chariots, and a people more than thou, be not afraid of them: for the LORD thy God is with thee, which brought thee up out of the land of Egypt… Exodus 14:14,25 The LORD shall fight for you, and ye shall hold your peace… Joshua 10:42 And all these kings and their land did Joshua take at one time, because the LORD God of Israel fought for Israel. according Exodus 7:1-25 And the LORD said unto Moses, See, I have made thee a god to Pharaoh: and Aaron thy brother shall be thy prophet… Exodus 15:1-27 Then sang Moses and the children of Israel this song unto the LORD, and spake, saying, I will sing unto the LORD, for he hath triumphed gloriously: the horse and his rider hath he thrown into the sea… Psalm 78:11-13,43-51 And forgat his works, and his wonders that he had shewed them… Jump to Previous Behalf Egypt Eyes WondersJump to Next Behalf Egypt Eyes WondersDeuteronomy 1 1. Moses' speech in the end of the fortieth year6. briefly rehearsing the history of God's sending them from Horeb 14. of giving them officers 19. of sending the spies to search the land 34. of his anger for their incredulity 41. and disobedience The LORD your God This phrase emphasizes the personal relationship between God and the Israelites. It highlights God's covenantal nature, as He is not just any deity but specifically their God, who has chosen them as His people. This reflects the covenant made with Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, and is a reminder of God's faithfulness and commitment to His promises. who goes before you will fight for you just as you saw Him do for you in Egypt Persons / Places / Events 1. The LORD (Yahweh)The covenant-keeping God of Israel, who is faithful to His promises and acts on behalf of His people. 2. Israelites The chosen people of God, who are being reminded of God's past faithfulness as they prepare to enter the Promised Land. 3. Egypt The place of Israel's bondage and the site of God's mighty acts of deliverance, including the plagues and the parting of the Red Sea. 4. Moses The leader of the Israelites, who is recounting God's promises and past actions to encourage the people. 5. The Promised Land (Canaan) The land promised to the descendants of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, which the Israelites are about to enter. Teaching Points God's FaithfulnessRemembering God's past actions strengthens our faith for present challenges. Just as God fought for Israel, He is faithful to fight for us today. Divine Presence God goes before us, preparing the way and ensuring victory. We can trust His guidance and protection in our life's journey. Courage in Obedience Knowing that God fights for us should embolden us to step out in faith and obedience, even when facing daunting circumstances. Trust Over Fear Fear can paralyze us, but trust in God's promises and His power can propel us forward. We are called to trust rather than fear. God's Unchanging Nature The same God who delivered Israel is at work in our lives today. His character and promises remain steadfast. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Deuteronomy 1:30?2. How does Deuteronomy 1:30 encourage trust in God's presence during challenges? 3. What does "the LORD your God, who goes before you" imply about God's guidance? 4. How can we apply God's promise of fighting for us in daily struggles? 5. Connect Deuteronomy 1:30 with Romans 8:31 about God's support for believers. 6. How does recognizing God's role as a warrior strengthen our faith today? 7. How does Deuteronomy 1:30 demonstrate God's role in battles and challenges faced by believers? 8. What historical evidence supports the events described in Deuteronomy 1:30? 9. How does Deuteronomy 1:30 align with the theme of divine intervention in the Bible? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Deuteronomy 1? 11. What does God's favor mean? 12. How could the Israelites quickly overwhelm multiple allied armies, as described in Joshua 11:1–5? 13. How can Deut. 34:10 claim no prophet like Moses ever arose when other prophets performed significant miracles too? 14. Why does God kill people for taking a census (2 Samuel 24:1-15)? What Does Deuteronomy 1:30 Mean The LORD your God• This opening phrase centers everything on the covenant God who personally claims His people. • “The LORD” (Yahweh) signals His unchanging, self-existent nature; “your God” highlights intimate ownership and care (see Deuteronomy 7:9; Exodus 20:2). • Scripture consistently ties courage to knowing who God is: “Know that the LORD, He is God; it is He who has made us, and we are His” (Psalm 100:3). • Because He is both Lord and ours, His promises carry absolute reliability. who goes before you • God is not a distant commander; He leads the way, clearing the path ahead (Exodus 13:21; Deuteronomy 31:8). • When Israel moved, the pillar of cloud and fire physically demonstrated this forward presence. • The thought echoes into later history: “I will go before you and level the mountains” (Isaiah 45:2). • For believers today, Christ’s promise, “I am with you always” (Matthew 28:20), draws from this same pattern of God’s pioneering guidance. will fight for you • The verse shifts from guidance to military engagement: God Himself takes up the battle (Exodus 14:14; Joshua 10:14). • Human strength is never the final factor; victory rests on divine intervention. • Paul echoes this confidence: “If God is for us, who can be against us?” (Romans 8:31). • Practical takeaway: obedience positions us under His defense; fear retreats when we remember the battle is His. just as you saw Him do for you in Egypt • The call to recall: past deliverance fuels present faith (Exodus 14:13–14; Deuteronomy 4:34). • God’s track record in Egypt—ten plagues, Red Sea crossing—was visible, unforgettable evidence. • Psalm 78:12 reminds the next generation of “the wonders He did in the land of Egypt.” • Scripture invites us to rehearse our own testimonies of God’s faithfulness, anchoring hope in proven history. summary Deuteronomy 1:30 packs a fourfold assurance: the covenant God, personally ours, leads from the front, engages the enemy on our behalf, and backs His promise with undeniable history. Remember who He is, follow where He goes, rest in His victory, and let yesterday’s miracles steady today’s steps. Hebrew The LORDיְהוָ֤ה (Yah·weh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel your God, אֱלֹֽהֵיכֶם֙ (’ĕ·lō·hê·ḵem) Noun - masculine plural construct | second person masculine plural Strong's 430: gods -- the supreme God, magistrates, a superlative who goes הַהֹלֵ֣ךְ (ha·hō·lêḵ) Article | Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine singular Strong's 1980: To go, come, walk before you, לִפְנֵיכֶ֔ם (lip̄·nê·ḵem) Preposition-l | Noun - masculine plural construct | second person masculine plural Strong's 6440: The face will fight for you, יִלָּחֵ֣ם (yil·lā·ḥêm) Verb - Nifal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 3898: To feed on, to consume, to battle just as כְּ֠כֹל (kə·ḵōl) Preposition | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every you saw לְעֵינֵיכֶֽם׃ (lə·‘ê·nê·ḵem) Preposition-l | Noun - cdc | second person masculine plural Strong's 5869: An eye, a fountain Him do עָשָׂ֧ה (‘ā·śāh) Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 6213: To do, make for you אִתְּכֶ֛ם (’it·tə·ḵem) Preposition | second person masculine plural Strong's 854: Nearness, near, with, by, at, among in Egypt בְּמִצְרַ֖יִם (bə·miṣ·ra·yim) Preposition-b | Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 4714: Egypt -- a son of Ham, also his descendants and their country in Northwest Africa Links Deuteronomy 1:30 NIVDeuteronomy 1:30 NLT Deuteronomy 1:30 ESV Deuteronomy 1:30 NASB Deuteronomy 1:30 KJV Deuteronomy 1:30 BibleApps.com Deuteronomy 1:30 Biblia Paralela Deuteronomy 1:30 Chinese Bible Deuteronomy 1:30 French Bible Deuteronomy 1:30 Catholic Bible OT Law: Deuteronomy 1:30 Yahweh your God who goes before you (Deut. 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