Joshua 10: The Lord at War

"The Lord said to Joshua, 'Do not be afraid of them, for I have handed them over to you.  Not one of them will be able to stand against you.'"

Joshua 10:8

If the Lord is able to protect the small nation of Israel against the incoming hordes of five larger nations, how much more can He protect us from the temptations which strike against us every day?  The five nations attacked Gibeon because Gibeon had allied itself with Israel - with God's people - who they called upon for defense.  In precisely this fashion, all the demons come attacking new believers, who call upon us to help them.

Interestingly, God killed more of these attackers with hailstones than the Israelites did with their swords (v. 11).  The same is true when we are Called to defend our fellow believers - the Lord shows His mighty power to both the defenseless man and the warriors who come to his defense, as well as to the enemies attacking them both.  The Lord even made the sun stand still in the sky while Gibeon and Israel took their vengeance against their attackers.  The sunset was delayed for almost a whole day!

Question of the Day:

When you see a brother in need, do you follow God's commands and lift him up?  If you do help a fallen brother, do you bring God along as your vanguard, leading the charge and scattering the enemies?

Prayer of the Day:

Lord, heal the sick and wounded among Your family so that they may stand and give glory to You.  Protect the weak from their oppressors so that they may proclaim Your strength before all the world!  Move Your children towards compassion whenever we witness a brother or sister in need, so that they may speak of Your unfailing love.  Come with us when we help others so that You may secure victory for Your servants.  Amen.