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Joshua 1:9 · WEB
9Haven`t I commanded you? Be strong and of good courage; don`t be afraid, neither be dismayed: for Yahweh your God is with you wherever you go.
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Understanding Gentleness - Reflection
As we reflect on Joshua 1:9, we encounter a profound declaration 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...
Biblical Truth: Understanding - Application
As we turn to Joshua 1:9, we encounter a profound assurance 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...
A Story of Grace - Story
Mary had always been the kind of person who believed that hard work would lead her to success. From an early age, she poured herself into her studies, her job, and even her relationships, convinced that self-effort was the pathway...
A Story of Perseverance - Biblical Analogy
There once was a young woman named Sarah who dreamed of climbing the highest peak in her region. For years, she trained meticulously, studying maps and reading about the experiences of others who had made the ascent. Despite her preparation,...
The Example of Perseverance - Story
There was once a young woman named Sarah, who faced the daunting challenge of training for a marathon. She had never run more than a few miles at a time, and the thought of 26.2 miles felt insurmountable. But deep...
When Wisdom - Story
There was a young woman named Sarah who always felt lost, a ship adrift in a sea of expectations and uncertainties. She had dreams of becoming a nurse, a calling she felt deeply in her heart. Yet, each time she...
Lessons from Salvation - Story
A few years ago, I had the joy of meeting a young man named Daniel. He was a recent immigrant who had faced unimaginable trials to find safety and a new life. His journey to our church began when he...
The Mission: Courage for Uncharted Territory - Missional (Joshua 1:9)
Imagine a scene: the sun hangs low in the sky, casting long shadows over the untamed wilderness of a jungle. The air is thick with humidity, and the distant calls of exotic birds echo through the trees. Father Gabriel, a...
War Room: Spirit-Empowered Boldness - Pentecostal (Joshua 1:9)
In the heart of a bustling city, there was a small, unassuming room tucked away in the corner of an old house. This was Elizabeth's war room—a sacred space filled with the scent of aged wood and the flicker of...
The Example of Understanding - Quote
Once, in a quaint village in the hills of Tuscany, there lived an elderly woman named Elizabeth. She was known for her wisdom and compassion, often inviting neighbors into her humble home, where the aroma of fresh bread mingled with...
Quiet Time: Courage - Biblical Insight
Imagine a father standing at the edge of a forest, the sun just beginning to rise, casting golden light on the dew-kissed grass. His young son stands beside him, eyes wide with wonder and fear as they prepare for their...
Facing the Giants: Personal Courage From Personal Encounter - Baptist (Joshua 1:9)
In the heart of his locker room, Coach Grant Taylor stood alone, the faint scent of sweat and polished wood surrounding him. The sounds of clattering lockers and echoing footsteps faded into silence as he wrestled with his fears. Just...
Left Behind: End-Times Courage - Dispensational (Joshua 1:9)
Imagine a young father named David, standing on the edge of a crumbling cliff, his heart racing as he watches the storm clouds gather on the horizon. The winds howl like an unrelenting beast, and he knows that the path...
Lessons from Salvation - Biblical Analogy
In a small village nestled between rolling hills, there lived a humble potter named Eli. His hands, stained with clay and filled with the scars of labor, shaped each vessel with care and intention. Every morning, he would rise before...
The Example of Faith - Quote
Elizabeth was an ordinary woman living in a small, unremarkable town, but her heart was set on a remarkable promise. For years, she and her husband longed for a child, but with each passing year, their hope seemed to dim....
Luther (2003): Courage Given, Not Generated - Lutheran (Joshua 1:9)
Picture a dimly lit room in the Worms Cathedral, heavy with the weight of history and the murmur of anxious souls. It’s April 18, 1521, and in the center of this tense gathering stands a man with a heart pounding...
Romero: Prophetic Courage to Speak Truth - Liberation (Joshua 1:9)
In the heart of El Salvador, the air was thick with tension and fear. Archbishop Óscar Romero stood before his congregation, a humble yet resolute figure, fully aware that each sermon he delivered might be his last. The church was...
Selma: Courage to Cross the Bridge - Progressive (Joshua 1:9)
Imagine the sun casting its first light over Selma, Alabama, on that fateful day, March 7, 1965. The air was thick with tension, a mix of hope and fear. Thousands stood at the foot of the Edmund Pettus Bridge, their...
Harriet: Courage Into Pharaoh's Territory - Black Church (Joshua 1:9)
In the heart of the 19th century, when the very air was thick with desperation and oppression, Harriet Tubman emerged as a beacon of hope. Picture her standing at dawn, the mist clinging to the earth like fear itself, the...
The Pursuit of Happyness: Courage Enabled by Grace - Wesleyan (Joshua 1:9)
In the film *The Pursuit of Happyness*, we meet Chris Gardner, a man profoundly weighed down by the burdens of life. Picture him, a determined father, navigating the bustling streets of San Francisco, clutching a worn-out briefcase, his young son,...
Chariots of Fire: Courage Through Formed Character - Anglican (Joshua 1:9)
Picture the wind-swept fields of Scotland, where the air crackles with the vibrant energy of a young man named Eric Liddell, his heart set ablaze not just for victory, but for something far greater. In the early 1920s, Liddell found...
Lessons from Righteousness - Quote
There was a small church nestled in the heart of a struggling town, its paint peeling and windows clouded. Yet within its walls, the spirit of God was alive and vibrant. One Sunday, a woman named Lydia walked through the...
Quiet Time: Courage - Prayer
Courage is often mistaken for the absence of fear, yet true courage is the decision to act in faith despite our fears. Joshua, standing on the cusp of a new chapter for Israel, was told, “Be strong and courageous. Do...
Andrei Rublev: Courage Through Theosis - Orthodox (Joshua 1:9)
In the midst of chaos and suffering, the great Russian icon painter Andrei Rublev found his voice. Imagine him, paintbrush in hand, standing before a canvas in a dimly lit monastery, the air thick with the smell of oil and...