Be Strong!
In Joshua 1:7–9, the Lord repeats His call for Joshua to “be strong and courageous.” The repetition was no accident. Joshua stood on the threshold of a daunting mission—leading a people into a hostile land, conquering fortified cities, and carrying forward the legacy of Moses. The Lord emphasized strength and courage twice because Joshua’s greatest battles would not only be against external enemies but also against fear, doubt, and the temptation to rely on his own wisdom.
True strength does not come from physical power or human strategy, but from obedience to God’s Word. The Lord told Joshua to meditate on the Law day and night and not to turn from it to the right or to the left. His courage was to be rooted in God’s presence and promises. In the same way, our spiritual struggles today require more than willpower—they demand dependence on the Lord who goes before us.
Although we are not called to literal combat, the Christian life is a daily battle against sin, temptation, and the spiritual forces of darkness. Like Joshua, we are urged to stand firm, not because we are strong in ourselves, but because God equips us with His Word and His presence. Paul echoes this in Ephesians 6:10–18, reminding us to “be strong in the Lord and in His mighty power,” clothed with the armor of God to withstand the enemy and walk in victory.
Prayer
Lord, You are my strength and my courage. Just as You were with Joshua, be with me in my daily battles. Help me to stand firm in Your Word, to trust in Your promises, and to walk clothed in Your armor. Keep me faithful, fearless, and strong in You. Amen.More: Recipe for Success - Sabbath School Lesson 1 - The Lessons of Faith from Joshua
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