What is the meaning of Joshua 6:27? So the LORD • The verse begins with the covenant name “the LORD,” reminding us that every victory in Joshua comes from God’s own character and promises (see Exodus 3:14; Deuteronomy 7:9). • This divine focus keeps the spotlight on God, not human strategy; the fall of Jericho (Joshua 6:1-20) had already proven that power belongs to Him alone. • Earlier, God pledged, “Just as I was with Moses, so I will be with you; I will never leave you nor forsake you” (Joshua 1:5). Joshua 6:27 now shows that pledge being fulfilled in real time. was with Joshua • “Was with” speaks of active, ongoing presence—guiding, strengthening, and validating Joshua’s leadership. – Joseph experienced the same favor: “The LORD was with Joseph, and he prospered” (Genesis 39:2). – Gideon heard, “The LORD is with you, mighty warrior” (Judges 6:12). • God’s presence equals victory; “If God is for us, who can be against us?” (Romans 8:31). • Israel could trust Joshua because God visibly backed him, just as He had Moses (Joshua 3:7; 4:14). and his fame spread • Divine endorsement produced human recognition. Joshua didn’t campaign for popularity; God granted it. • Earlier, after the Jordan crossing, “That day the LORD exalted Joshua in the sight of all Israel” (Joshua 4:14). Now the reputation goes beyond Israel. • This fame paralleled Moses’ renown (Exodus 11:3) and later David’s: “David continued to succeed in all his ways, for the LORD was with him” (1 Samuel 18:14-16). • The spread of fame served God’s larger plan by inspiring awe among Canaanite nations (Joshua 9:1-2), smoothing the path for future victories. throughout the land • The phrase points to comprehensive impact—Joshua’s God-given reputation permeated Canaan, not just Israel’s camp. • God had promised, “This very day I will begin to put the dread and fear of you upon the nations under the whole heaven” (Deuteronomy 2:25). Joshua 6:27 shows that promise realized. • Such widespread recognition magnified the LORD’s glory: “May Your way be known on earth, Your salvation among all nations” (Psalm 67:2). • The land heard about Jericho’s walls falling flat, turning enemy morale into fear and giving Israel strategic advantage for campaigns that follow (Joshua 10–12). summary Joshua 6:27 records the ripple effect of God’s presence: the LORD kept His promise to be with Joshua, and that divine partnership resulted in widespread honor for Joshua and reverence for God. Leadership credibility, national security, and missionary witness all flowed from one central truth—the LORD was with His servant. |
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