What can we learn about God's character from Joshua 21:43? Verse in Focus “So the LORD gave Israel all the land He had sworn to give their fathers, and they took possession of it and settled there.” (Joshua 21:43) Snapshot of the Passage - Concludes the land-allotment narrative. - Affirms that every word God spoke about the land has come to pass. What This Reveals About God’s Character - Faithful Promise-Keeper • Carries out every detail of His word (Genesis 15:18; Joshua 23:14). - Covenant-Honoring • Keeps centuries-old oaths to the patriarchs (Genesis 12:7; Exodus 6:8). - Generous Provider • Supplies not only territory but the means to live and rest in it (Deuteronomy 6:10-11). - Sovereign Over History • Orchestrates events so that His purposes stand (Psalm 115:3). - Completer of His Work • Finishes what He starts; leaves nothing half-done (Philippians 1:6). - Rest-Giver • Foreshadows the deeper rest offered in Christ (Hebrews 4:8-10). Why This Matters Today - The same God who literally fulfilled land promises will keep every promise He has made to us. - His flawless track record fuels present-day obedience and trust (2 Corinthians 1:20). - Confidence in His completion encourages perseverance when circumstances shift. Supporting Scriptures - “Not one word of all the good promises that the LORD had made to the house of Israel had failed; all came to pass.” (Joshua 21:45) - “Blessed be the LORD, who has given rest to His people Israel according to all that He promised.” (1 Kings 8:56) - “The LORD your God Himself will fight for you, just as He promised you.” (Joshua 23:10) Walking in Light of His Character - Recall specific promises in Scripture and thank Him in advance for fulfilling them. - Step into obedience, trusting the One who commands also equips. - Rest securely, knowing the God who kept His land promise will keep every promise to all who trust Him. |
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