3.23.2025 | Taking the Land
Joshua 10-11
Derek Redmond was ready to run the 400m race at the 1992 Olympic Games. Many thought Derek would win the race. But halfway through the race, Derek fell to the ground with an injured hamstring that made it impossible to run.
Determined to finish, Derek attempted to limp toward the finish line. Just then, Derek’s father, Jim, came from the crowd, lifted his son on his shoulder, and helped Derek finish the race. When he needed it the most, Derek’s father was there to help!
God had promised victory for the Israelite army. As Joshua and the Israelites fought the five kings’ armies, the Lord was with them. And when they needed it the most, God was there to help!
When Joshua prayed, God made the sun stand still and allowed the Israelites to conquer the enemy armies. Like a father who comes to help his children, God fought for His people and gave them the land He had promised.
God fought for Israel, and all their enemies were defeated. Jesus lived a sinless life and defeated our enemies––sin and death––when He died on the cross. If we believe in Him, we receive His righteousness.
