239 illustrations referencing Joshua
The ancient practice of lectio divina transforms Bible reading from information gathering to divine encounter. This 'sacred reading' involves four movements: lectio (reading), meditatio (meditation), ...
In Hidden Figures, Katherine Johnson walks into a room full of white male engineers who don't believe she belongs. Every day is a battle against fear—fear of failure, fear of rejection, fear of being
Caleb Caleb stands as an inspiring example of faith in God. He was the son of Jephunneh the Kenizzite (Josh 14:6; Num 32:12). The Kenizzites lived in the Negev, the southern desert region of Canaan (
Rahab Rahab, a prostitute and a woman of faith, remains enigmatic centuries after her brief appearance in Israel’s history. Because she placed her faith in Israel’s God and helped the two Israelite s
Joshua Joshua, son of Nun, was Moses’ assistant and successor as Israel’s leader. Joshua brought the young nation across the Jordan River into the Promised Land of Canaan, faithfully following God’s
Rahab Rahab, a prostitute and a woman of faith, remains enigmatic centuries after her brief appearance in Israel’s history. Because she placed her faith in Israel’s God and helped the two Israelite s
Joshua Joshua, son of Nun, was Moses’ assistant and successor as Israel’s leader. Joshua brought the young nation across the Jordan River into the Promised Land of Canaan, faithfully following God’s
Caleb Caleb stands as an inspiring example of faith in God. He was the son of Jephunneh the Kenizzite (Josh 14:6; Num 32:12). The Kenizzites lived in the Negev, the southern desert region of Canaan (
When Maria Dominguez finally closed on her first house in Garland, Texas, she kept a cardboard box in the hallway closet for eleven months. It...
In 1864, along a bend of the Mississippi River, formerly enslaved men and women walked rows of cotton and corn they had planted with their...
As we contemplate Joshua 1:9, where God commands, “Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be frightened, and do not be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go,” we find a...
Imagine a small community nestled in the hills, where every year, the townspeople gather to celebrate the harvest. This is not just a time of feasting and joy, but also a sacred moment where they come together to share their...
Joshua 1:9 resonates deeply with our longing for courage and assurance in the face of life's uncertainties: "Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will...
Joshua 1:9 calls us to “be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.” This command, spoken in the context of a tumultuous transition, reveals...
Imagine standing on the edge of a great river, the water rushing by, the current strong and unyielding. This is much like the challenges we face in our lives—whether it’s the worries of our families, the burdens of our jobs,...
As we reflect on Joshua 1:9, where the Lord commands us to be strong and courageous, we find profound encouragement. This directive comes not just as a call to bravery, but as a reminder that we do not face our...
Imagine a single mother named Maria, who juggles two jobs while raising her two young children. Life has thrown her a barrage of challenges: a recent layoff, the weight of bills piling up, and the constant worry of providing a...
The sun was setting on a small town as a young boy named David sat on the steps of his porch, a baseball glove resting beside him. Just the week before, he had been chosen to pitch for his little...
As we reflect on Joshua 1:9, we encounter a profound command wrapped in divine assurance: “Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be frightened, and do not be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with...
As we reflect on Joshua 1:9, where God commands, “Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be frightened, and do not be dismayed, for the LORD your God is with you wherever you go,” we recognize...
The call to self-control is intricately woven into God's command as we see in Joshua 1:9, where He instructs, "Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you...
As we delve into Joshua 1:9, we find a profound promise from God: "Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever...
Consider the words of Joshua 1:9: “Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be terrified; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.” This command, rooted in God's...
Consider the Israelites standing on the precipice of the Promised Land, filled with both hope and fear. God, in His unwavering love, speaks through Joshua: “Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord...