What similar promises are found elsewhere in Scripture about God's provision and guidance? Standing at the Threshold (Deuteronomy 1:20) Israel hears, “You have reached the hill country of the Amorites, which the LORD our God is giving us.” The promise is clear: God Himself is handing over a land and will guide them into it. That same twin promise—provision and guidance—echoes all through Scripture. Promises Repeated in the Wilderness Records • Exodus 23:20 – “Behold, I am sending an Angel before you to guard you along the way and to bring you to the place I have prepared.” • Deuteronomy 31:8 – “The LORD Himself goes before you; He will be with you; He will never leave you nor forsake you.” • Joshua 1:9 – “Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the LORD your God is with you wherever you go.” Poetic Affirmations in Psalms and Proverbs • Psalm 23:1-3 – “The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want… He guides me in the paths of righteousness.” • Psalm 32:8 – “I will instruct you and teach you the way you should go; I will give you counsel and watch over you.” • Proverbs 3:5-6 – “Trust in the LORD with all your heart… He will make your paths straight.” Prophetic Voices Reassuring the Exiles • Isaiah 41:10 – “Do not fear… I will strengthen you; I will surely help you.” • Isaiah 58:11 – “The LORD will always guide you; He will satisfy you in a sun-scorched land and strengthen your frame.” Fulfillment in Christ’s Teaching and Presence • Matthew 6:31-33 – “Seek first the kingdom of God… and all these things will be added unto you.” • Matthew 28:20 – “Surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.” • John 10:27-28 – “My sheep listen to My voice… No one can snatch them out of My hand.” New-Covenant Encouragements for Everyday Needs • Philippians 4:19 – “My God will supply all your needs according to His glorious riches in Christ Jesus.” • James 1:5 – “If any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives generously… and it will be given to him.” • 2 Peter 1:3 – “His divine power has given us everything we need for life and godliness.” • Hebrews 13:5-6 – “Never will I leave you, never will I forsake you… The Lord is my helper; I will not be afraid.” Putting the Pieces Together From the hill country of the Amorites to the hills of Zion and on into the Church age, the pattern stays the same: • God goes ahead of His people. • God provides what His people cannot secure on their own. • God stays with His people until the promise is fully realized. Standing where Israel once stood, we can lean on the same trustworthy Word and move forward in confident obedience. |
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