How does Joshua 2:22 connect with Psalm 91 about God's refuge? Hidden in the Hills – Joshua 2:22 “So they went and entered the hill country and stayed there three days until the pursuers had returned. The pursuers searched all along the road, but did not find them.” Sheltered by the Most High – Psalm 91 Highlights • “He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High will abide in the shadow of the Almighty.” (Psalm 91:1) • “I will say to the LORD, ‘You are my refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust.’” (Psalm 91:2) • “Under His wings you will find refuge; His faithfulness is a shield and rampart.” (Psalm 91:4) • “Because you have made the LORD your dwelling—my refuge, the Most High—no evil shall befall you.” (Psalm 91:9-10) Parallels That Tie the Passages Together • Real Geography, Real Refuge – Joshua’s spies hid in literal hills; Psalm 91 speaks of a real, dependable shelter in God. • Enemy Pursuit vs. Divine Protection – Canaanite pursuers combed the roads yet never found the spies; Psalm 91 promises, “no evil shall befall you.” • Three-Day Waiting vs. Continuous Abiding – The spies waited those tense days; Psalm 91 calls for ongoing dwelling “in the shadow of the Almighty.” • Human Cooperation with God’s Care – Rahab’s rope and the hills provided means; Psalm 91 shows God employing angels (v. 11) and His own wings (v. 4). • Outcome: Safe Arrival – Joshua 2 leads to Israel’s victory; Psalm 91 ends with “I will show him My salvation” (v. 16). Echoes in the Rest of Scripture • “The name of the LORD is a strong tower; the righteous run to it and are safe.” (Proverbs 18:10) • “God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble.” (Psalm 46:1) • “We who have fled to take hold of the hope set before us may be strongly encouraged.” (Hebrews 6:18) Walking in the Same Shelter Today • Flee quickly to God’s Word and presence whenever danger looms. • Stay put in that place of trust until the “pursuers” pass by. • Use God-provided means—wise counsel, fellowship, practical steps—without confusing them for the ultimate refuge. • Rest in the certainty that the Lord who shielded the spies still commands angels and spreads His wings over all who dwell in Him. |
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