Jos 5:1 When all the kings of the Amorites who were beyond the Jordan to the west and all the kings of the Canaanites who were by the sea heard that the Lord had dried up the waters of the Jordan before the Israelites until we had crossed over, their hearts melted and there was no spirit in them any more because of the Israelites.
Upon hearing that the Lord had dried up River Jordan for the Israelites to cross over, the kings of the Amorites and the Canaanites lost all the courage to resist. Their last hope was that the Jordan River would slow Israelites down or even discourage them from entering the Promised Land. Yahweh’s act encouraged the Israelites and terrified the Canaanites.
Christian friends, never at any time underestimate God’s ability. For when He is with us, He can cause great opposition to melt away. He can make a way in our “Red seas” and even in our “Jordans”. Those who oppose us can change their attitudes when they know who we are and to whom we belong to.
The Bible has many characters that soared above their limitation . They refused to be edged out by the status quo, overcame their handicaps and remained resolute in the face of all kinds of opposition . A few examples include Joseph, Jabez, Gideon, Daniel, Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego. These people advanced against all odds simply because GOD was with them.( Bassey, 2021) When EMMANUEL is with us nothing can deter us.
Further readings:
Gen. 15:18-21
Exo. 23:27
Jos. 2:9-11
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