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Empty Houses: When God's Presence Departs - Illustration on God's omnipresence | IllustrateTheWord

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Empty Houses: When God's Presence Departs

By Joseph S. ExellSource: archive.org218 wordsAI-crafted by ChurchWiseAI

Consider the empty house: bills posted in windows reading "To let," black windows gaping without blinds or curtains, long matted grass overtaking the lawn, doors creaking on hinges as if reluctant to wake.

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Topics & Themes

God's omnipresence spiritual emptiness without Yahweh stewardship of life divine indwelling

Scripture References

Isaiah 5:9

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Commentary

Traditional Lens Commentary: Joshua 1:1-9

We read Joshua 1:1-9 as God's commissioning of Joshua as a continuation of His covenantal promises to Israel. This passage emphasizes the necessity of courage and obedience to God's Word as Joshua leads the people into the Promised Land. We understand the text as highlighting God's faithfulness to H

Joshua 1:1-9Traditionalthe authority of Scripturethe covenant faithfulness of God

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