New International Version But commission Joshua, and encourage and strengthen him, for he will lead this people across and will cause them to inherit the land that you will see.” New Living Translation Instead, commission Joshua and encourage and strengthen him, for he will lead the people across the Jordan. He will give them all the land you now see before you as their possession.’ English Standard Version But charge Joshua, and encourage and strengthen him, for he shall go over at the head of this people, and he shall put them in possession of the land that you shall see.’ Berean Standard Bible But commission Joshua, encourage him, and strengthen him, for he will cross over ahead of the people and enable them to inherit the land that you will see.” Berean Literal Bible And command Joshua and encourage him and strengthen him, for he shall go over before this people, and he shall cause them to inherit the land that you will see.” King James Bible But charge Joshua, and encourage him, and strengthen him: for he shall go over before this people, and he shall cause them to inherit the land which thou shalt see. New King James Version But command Joshua, and encourage him and strengthen him; for he shall go over before this people, and he shall cause them to inherit the land which you will see.’ New American Standard Bible But commission Joshua and encourage him and strengthen him, for he shall go across leading this people, and he will give to them, as an inheritance, the land which you will see.’ NASB 1995 ‘But charge Joshua and encourage him and strengthen him, for he shall go across at the head of this people, and he will give them as an inheritance the land which you will see.’ NASB 1977 ‘But charge Joshua and encourage him and strengthen him; for he shall go across at the head of this people, and he shall give them as an inheritance the land which you will see.’ Legacy Standard Bible But command Joshua and strengthen him and encourage him, for he shall go across at the head of this people, and he will cause them to inherit the land which you will see.’ Amplified Bible But command Joshua and encourage and strengthen him, for he shall go across and lead this people, and he will give them the land which you see as an inheritance.’ Berean Annotated Bible But commission Joshua (YHWH saves), encourage him, and strengthen him, for he will cross over ahead of the people and enable them to inherit the land that you will see. Christian Standard Bible But commission Joshua and encourage and strengthen him, for he will cross over ahead of the people and enable them to inherit this land that you will see.’ Holman Christian Standard Bible But commission Joshua and encourage and strengthen him, for he will cross over ahead of the people and enable them to inherit this land that you will see.’ American Standard Version But charge Joshua, and encourage him, and strengthen him; for he shall go over before this people, and he shall cause them to inherit the land which thou shalt see. Contemporary English Version Joshua will lead Israel across the Jordan to take the land, so help him be strong and brave and tell him what he must do." English Revised Version But charge Joshua, and encourage him, and strengthen him: for he shall go over before this people, and he shall cause them to inherit the land which thou shalt see. GOD'S WORD® Translation Give instructions to Joshua. Encourage and strengthen him, because he will lead these people across [the Jordan River], and he will help them take possession of the land you see." Good News Translation Give Joshua his instructions. Strengthen his determination, because he will lead the people across to occupy the land that you see.' International Standard Version Therefore charge Joshua to be doubly strong, because he will lead this people and cause them to inherit the land that you'll see.' NET Bible Commission Joshua, and encourage and strengthen him, because he will lead these people over and will enable them to inherit the land you will see." New Heart English Bible But commission Joshua, and encourage him, and strengthen him; for he shall go over before this people, and he shall cause them to inherit the land which you shall see." Webster's Bible Translation But charge Joshua, and encourage him, and strengthen him: for he shall go over before this people, and he shall cause them to inherit the land which thou shalt see. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleBut commission Joshua, encourage him, and strengthen him, for he will cross over ahead of the people and enable them to inherit the land that you will see.” World English Bible But commission Joshua, and encourage him, and strengthen him; for he shall go over before this people, and he shall cause them to inherit the land which you shall see.” Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand charge Joshua, and strengthen him, and harden him, for he passes over before this people, and he causes them to inherit the land which you see. Berean Literal Bible And command Joshua and encourage him and strengthen him, for he shall go over before this people, and he shall cause them to inherit the land that you will see.” Young's Literal Translation and charge Jehoshua, and strengthen him, and harden him, for he doth pass over before this people, and he doth cause them to inherit the land which thou seest. Smith's Literal Translation And command Joshua and strengthen him, and make him firm, for he shall pass through before this people, and he shall cause them to inherit the land which thou shalt see. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleCommand Josue, and encourage and strengthen him: for he shall go before this people, and shall divide unto them the land which thou shalt see. Catholic Public Domain Version Instruct Joshua, and encourage and strengthen him. For he shall go before this people, and he shall distribute to them the land that you will see.’ New American Bible Commission Joshua, and encourage and strengthen him, for it is he who will cross at the head of this people and he who will give them possession of the land you are to see. New Revised Standard Version But charge Joshua, and encourage and strengthen him, because it is he who shall cross over at the head of this people and who shall secure their possession of the land that you will see.” Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleBut charge Joshua, and encourage him, and strengthen him; for he shall go over before this people, and he shall cause them to inherit the land which you shall see. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And command Yeshua and empower him and strengthen him, because he shall cross before this people and he shall cause them to inherit the land that you will see'. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917But charge Joshua, and encourage him, and strengthen him; for he shall go over before this people, and he shall cause them to inherit the land which thou shalt see.' Brenton Septuagint Translation And charge Joshua, and strengthen him, and encourage him; for he shall go before the face of this people, and he shall give them the inheritance of all the land which thou hast seen. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible (Voice ▾ Musical ▾) Context Moses Forbidden to Cross the Jordan…27Go to the top of Pisgah and look to the west and north and south and east. See the land with your own eyes, for you will not cross this Jordan. 28But commission Joshua, encourage him, and strengthen him, for he will cross over ahead of the people and enable them to inherit the land that you will see.” 29So we stayed in the valley opposite Beth-peor.… Cross References But commission Joshua Numbers 27:18-23 And the LORD replied to Moses, “Take Joshua son of Nun, a man with the Spirit in him, and lay your hands on him. / Have him stand before Eleazar the priest and the whole congregation, and commission him in their sight. / Confer on him some of your authority, so that the whole congregation of Israel will obey him. … Deuteronomy 31:23 Then the LORD commissioned Joshua son of Nun and said, “Be strong and courageous, for you will bring the Israelites into the land that I swore to give them, and I will be with you.” Joshua 1:1-2 Now after the death of His servant Moses, the LORD spoke to Joshua son of Nun, Moses’ assistant, saying, / “Moses My servant is dead. Now therefore arise, you and all these people, and cross over the Jordan into the land that I am giving to the children of Israel. encourage him Deuteronomy 31:7-8 Then Moses called for Joshua and said to him in the presence of all Israel, “Be strong and courageous, for you will go with this people into the land that the LORD swore to their fathers to give them, and you shall give it to them as an inheritance. / The LORD Himself goes before you; He will be with you. He will never leave you nor forsake you. Do not be afraid or discouraged.” Joshua 1:6-7 Be strong and courageous, for you shall give these people the inheritance of the land that I swore to their fathers I would give them. / Above all, be strong and very courageous. Be careful to observe all the law that My servant Moses commanded you. Do not turn from it to the right or to the left, so that you may prosper wherever you go. 1 Chronicles 28:20 David also said to Solomon his son, “Be strong and courageous, and do it. Do not be afraid or discouraged, for the LORD God, my God, is with you. He will neither fail you nor forsake you before all the work for the service of the house of the LORD is finished. and strengthen him Joshua 1:9 Have I not commanded you to be strong and courageous? Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the LORD your God is with you wherever you go.” 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. 1 Chronicles 22:13 Then you will succeed, if you carefully follow the statutes and ordinances that the LORD commanded Moses for Israel. Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or discouraged. for he will cross over ahead of the people Deuteronomy 31:3 The LORD your God Himself will cross over ahead of you. He will destroy these nations before you, and you will dispossess them. Joshua will cross ahead of you, as the LORD has said. Joshua 3:7 Now the LORD said to Joshua, “Today I will begin to exalt you in the sight of all Israel, so they may know that I am with you just as I was with Moses. Joshua 1:11 “Go through the camp and tell the people, ‘Prepare your provisions, for within three days you will cross the Jordan to go in and take possession of the land that the LORD your God is giving you to possess.’” and enable them to inherit the land Deuteronomy 1:38 Joshua son of Nun, who stands before you, will enter it. Encourage him, for he will enable Israel to inherit the land. Joshua 14:1-2 Now these are the portions that the Israelites inherited in the land of Canaan, as distributed by Eleazar the priest, Joshua son of Nun, and the heads of the families of the tribes of Israel. / Their inheritance was assigned by lot for the nine and a half tribes, as the LORD had commanded through Moses. Joshua 21:43-45 Thus the LORD gave Israel all the land He had sworn to give their fathers, and they took possession of it and settled in it. / And the LORD gave them rest on every side, just as He had sworn to their fathers. None of their enemies could stand against them, for the LORD delivered all their enemies into their hand. / Not one of all the LORD’s good promises to the house of Israel had failed; everything was fulfilled. that you will see.” Deuteronomy 34:4 And the LORD said to him, “This is the land that I swore to give Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob when I said, ‘I will give it to your descendants.’ I have let you see it with your own eyes, but you will not cross into it.” Treasury of Scripture But charge Joshua, and encourage him, and strengthen him: for he shall go over before this people, and he shall cause them to inherit the land which you shall see. charge Joshua Deuteronomy 1:38 But Joshua the son of Nun, which standeth before thee, he shall go in thither: encourage him: for he shall cause Israel to inherit it. Deuteronomy 31:3,7,23 The LORD thy God, he will go over before thee, and he will destroy these nations from before thee, and thou shalt possess them: and Joshua, he shall go over before thee, as the LORD hath said… Numbers 27:18-23 And the LORD said unto Moses, Take thee Joshua the son of Nun, a man in whom is the spirit, and lay thine hand upon him; … for he shall Joshua 1:2 Moses my servant is dead; now therefore arise, go over this Jordan, thou, and all this people, unto the land which I do give to them, even to the children of Israel. Joshua 3:7-17 And the LORD said unto Joshua, This day will I begin to magnify thee in the sight of all Israel, that they may know that, as I was with Moses, so I will be with thee… John 1:17 For the law was given by Moses, but grace and truth came by Jesus Christ. Jesus Jump to Previous Cause Charge Comforting Commission Encourage Harden Head Inherit Inheritance Jehoshua Jordan Joshua Lead Making Orders Possession Seest Strengthen StrongJump to Next Cause Charge Comforting Commission Encourage Harden Head Inherit Inheritance Jehoshua Jordan Joshua Lead Making Orders Possession Seest Strengthen StrongDeuteronomy 3 1. The conquest of Og, king of Bashan11. This size of his bed 12. The distribution of his lands to the two tribes and half 23. Moses prays to enter into the land 26. He is permitted to see it But commission Joshua, Moses was to establish Joshua before Israel as the appointed leader who would continue the work God had begun through Moses. Joshua had served faithfully as Moses’ aide, led Israel in battle against Amalek, and remained steadfast with Caleb in urging faith in God’s promise. His public commissioning, later carried out before Eleazar and the congregation, confirmed that his authority came from the Lord rather than personal ambition. Num 27:18-23 And the LORD replied to Moses, “Take Joshua son of Nun,… encourage him, Joshua faced the immense responsibility of leading a new generation into a land occupied by fortified peoples and hostile armies. Moses was to strengthen his confidence in God’s promise, teaching Israel that their future depended not upon Joshua’s ability alone but upon the Lord who went before them. Deu 31:7-8 Then Moses called for Joshua and said to him… and strengthen him, Joshua needed courage and steadfastness for military conflict, national leadership, and obedience to God’s commands. The Lord would repeat this charge after Moses’ death: “Be strong and courageous,” grounding Joshua’s leadership in God’s continual presence and faithfulness. Jos 1:9 Have I not commanded you to be strong and courageous?… for he will cross over ahead of the people Joshua would lead Israel through the Jordan as Moses had led the previous generation through the Red Sea. The crossing marked the end of Israel’s wilderness discipline and the beginning of their possession of the land promised to Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. Deu 31:3 The LORD your God Himself will cross over ahead of you.… and enable them to inherit the land God would give the land, yet Joshua would lead the people in receiving what God had promised. Israel’s inheritance displayed the Lord’s covenant faithfulness and required continued obedience to Him. Joshua’s name, meaning “The Lord saves,” also points forward to Jesus, who brings His people into their greater and lasting inheritance. Deu 1:38 Joshua son of Nun, who stands before you, will enter it.… that you will see.” Moses would view the land from Mount Nebo but would not enter because of his disobedience at Meribah. His exclusion upheld God’s holiness, while God’s allowing him to see the land showed mercy and confirmed that His promises would be fulfilled even after Moses’ death. Deu 34:4 And the LORD said to him, “This is the land… Persons / Places / Events 1. MosesThe leader of the Israelites who is instructed by God to commission Joshua as his successor. 2. Joshua The appointed successor of Moses, tasked with leading the Israelites into the Promised Land. 3. The Israelites The people of God, who are on the brink of entering the Promised Land after their exodus from Egypt. 4. The Promised Land The land of Canaan, which God promised to the descendants of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. 5. Mount Nebo The place where Moses views the Promised Land before his death, as mentioned in the broader context of Deuteronomy. Teaching Points Leadership TransitionGod’s plan includes the preparation and commissioning of new leaders. Just as Moses was instructed to prepare Joshua, we should be intentional in mentoring and preparing future leaders in our communities and churches. Encouragement and Strengthening Encouragement is a vital part of leadership. We are called to support and uplift those who are stepping into new roles, ensuring they feel equipped and confident in their God-given tasks. Faith in God’s Promises Joshua’s leadership was rooted in the promise of God. We, too, should anchor our actions and decisions in the promises found in Scripture, trusting in God’s faithfulness. Obedience to God’s Commands Moses’ obedience in commissioning Joshua highlights the importance of following God’s instructions, even when it means passing the baton to someone else. Vision for the Future Just as Moses was given a vision of the Promised Land, leaders should seek God’s vision for the future, guiding their people with hope and purpose. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Deuteronomy 3:28?2. How does Deuteronomy 3:28 encourage leadership development within the church today? 3. What qualities in Joshua should modern Christian leaders strive to emulate? 4. How does Deuteronomy 3:28 connect to Jesus' commissioning of His disciples? 5. In what ways can we "strengthen" and "encourage" others in their faith journey? 6. How can we apply the principles of Deuteronomy 3:28 in mentoring relationships? 7. How does Deuteronomy 3:28 emphasize the importance of leadership transition in biblical history? 8. What does Deuteronomy 3:28 reveal about God's plan for Joshua's leadership? 9. How does Deuteronomy 3:28 reflect the theme of divine encouragement and support? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Deuteronomy 3? What Does Deuteronomy 3:28 Mean But commission Joshua“‘But commission Joshua…’” (Deuteronomy 3:28a) • Moses is instructed to hand over divine authority formally, not casually. Numbers 27:18-23 shows Moses laying hands on Joshua “and commissioned him, as the LORD had instructed.” • Leadership succession is God’s idea, ensuring uninterrupted guidance for His people; compare 2 Timothy 2:2, where Paul tells Timothy to entrust truth to faithful men. • The act affirms that God’s plan continues even when human servants change; see Deuteronomy 34:9, where “Joshua son of Nun was filled with the spirit of wisdom, because Moses had laid his hands on him.” Encourage him “‘…encourage him…’” (Deuteronomy 3:28b) • Joshua faces giants, fortified cities, and an untested nation; he needs spoken courage. • God later echoes the same words: “Be strong and courageous” (Joshua 1:6). • Encouragement is a community duty (1 Thessalonians 5:11) and a leader’s fuel; Moses models it here. And strengthen him “‘…and strengthen him…’” (Deuteronomy 3:28c) • Strengthening goes beyond pep-talks; it involves equipping with truth and reminding of God’s presence—“The LORD Himself goes before you” (Deuteronomy 31:8). • Psalm 31:24 calls all saints to “Be strong and let your heart take courage.” • Ephesians 6:10 underlines the same principle: “Be strong in the Lord and in His mighty power.” Moses’ words align with God’s timeless method—strength comes from Him. For he will cross over ahead of the people “‘…for he will cross over ahead of the people…’” (Deuteronomy 3:28d) • Joshua’s leadership is proactive; he must step into the Jordan first (Joshua 3:6-17). • Deuteronomy 31:3 confirms, “The LORD your God Himself will cross over ahead of you. He will destroy these nations before you, and you will take possession of their land. Joshua will cross over ahead of you.” • Biblical leadership leads from the front, trusting that God is even further ahead. And enable them to inherit the land that you will see “‘…and enable them to inherit the land that you will see.’” (Deuteronomy 3:28e) • Moses will view the land from Pisgah (Deuteronomy 34:1-4) but not enter; Joshua will turn vision into reality. • The promise dates back to Genesis 12:7—“To your offspring I will give this land.” • Joshua 21:43-45 records fulfillment: “Not one of all the LORD’s good promises to Israel failed; every one was fulfilled.” • The inheritance theme anticipates a greater rest (Hebrews 4:8-9) secured by the ultimate Joshua—Jesus—who leads believers into eternal promise. summary Deuteronomy 3:28 reveals God’s orderly transfer of leadership, Moses’ responsibility to prepare Joshua, and the assurance that God’s promises remain unstoppable. Commissioning, encouragement, and strengthening are divine tools to equip Joshua to lead Israel across the Jordan and distribute the inherited land. The verse underscores that God raises new leaders, supplies them with courage and strength, leads them ahead of His people, and faithfully delivers every promise He has spoken. (28) For he shall go over.—Emphatic, he it is that shall go over, and he it is that shall make them to inherit; not Moses.Verse 28. - (Comp. Deuteronomy 1:38; Deuteronomy 3:21; Deuteronomy 31:7; Numbers 27:23.)Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew But commissionוְצַ֥ו (wə·ṣaw) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Piel - Imperative - masculine singular Strong's 6680: To lay charge (upon), give charge (to), command, order Joshua, יְהוֹשֻׁ֖עַ (yə·hō·wō·šu·a‘) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3091: Joshua -- 'the LORD is salvation', Moses' successor, also the name of a number of Israelites and encourage וְחַזְּקֵ֣הוּ (wə·ḥaz·zə·qê·hū) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Piel - Imperative - masculine singular | third person masculine singular Strong's 2388: To fasten upon, to seize, be strong, obstinate, to bind, restrain, conquer and strengthen him, וְאַמְּצֵ֑הוּ (wə·’am·mə·ṣê·hū) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Piel - Imperative - masculine singular | third person masculine singular Strong's 553: To be stout, strong, bold, alert for כִּי־ (kî-) Conjunction Strong's 3588: A relative conjunction he ה֣וּא (hū) Pronoun - third person masculine singular Strong's 1931: He, self, the same, this, that, as, are will cross over יַעֲבֹ֗ר (ya·‘ă·ḇōr) Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 5674: To pass over, through, or by, pass on ahead of לִפְנֵי֙ (lip̄·nê) Preposition-l | Noun - common plural construct Strong's 6440: The face the הַזֶּ֔ה (haz·zeh) Article | Pronoun - masculine singular Strong's 2088: This, that people הָעָ֣ם (hā·‘ām) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 5971: A people, a tribe, troops, attendants, a flock and enable them to inherit יַנְחִ֣יל (yan·ḥîl) Verb - Hifil - Imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 5157: To inherit, to occupy, to bequeath, distribute, instate the land הָאָ֖רֶץ (hā·’ā·reṣ) Article | Noun - feminine singular Strong's 776: Earth, land that אֲשֶׁ֥ר (’ă·šer) Pronoun - relative Strong's 834: Who, which, what, that, when, where, how, because, in order that you will see.” תִּרְאֶֽה׃ (tir·’eh) Verb - Qal - Imperfect - second person masculine singular Strong's 7200: To see Additonal Resources Deuteronomy 3:28 Blue Letter BibleDeuteronomy 3:28 Bible Gateway Deuteronomy 3:28 Bible.com Deuteronomy 3:28 NIV |
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