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Joshua 10:12 · KJV

"Then spake Joshua to the LORD in the day when the LORD delivered up the Amorites before the children of Israel, and he said in the sight of Israel, Sun, stand thou still upon Gibeon; and thou, Moon, in the valley of Ajalon."

King James Version

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Passage Context

10And the LORD discomfited them before Israel, and slew them with a great slaughter at Gibeon, and chased them along the way that goeth up to Beth-horon, and smote them to Azekah, and unto Makkedah.
11And it came to pass, as they fled from before Israel, and were in the going down to Beth-horon, that the LORD cast down great stones from heaven upon them unto Azekah, and they died: they were more which died with hailstones than they whom the children of Israel slew with the sword.
12Then spake Joshua to the LORD in the day when the LORD delivered up the Amorites before the children of Israel, and he said in the sight of Israel, Sun, stand thou still upon Gibeon; and thou, Moon, in the valley of Ajalon.
13And the sun stood still, and the moon stayed, until the people had avenged themselves upon their enemies. Is not this written in the book of Jasher? So the sun stood still in the midst of heaven, and hasted not to go down about a whole day.
14And there was no day like that before it or after it, that the LORD hearkened unto the voice of a man: for the LORD fought for Israel.

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Reflection Questions

1

How does trusting in God change your perspective during challenges?

2

What does it mean for you to ask for divine intervention?

3

When have you felt empowered to act boldly in faith?

Life Application

faith

Trusting God can inspire us to take bold actions in our lives, especially in difficult situations.

courage

We can learn to face our fears by relying on God's strength and guidance.

People in This Verse

JoshuaOT

Joshua was Moses' assistant and later became the leader of the Israelites. He was known for his courage and faithfulness.

First appearance: Exodus 17:9

Places in This Verse

Gibeon(Giv'on today)

Gibeon was a significant city of the Gibeonites located near Jerusalem. It played a key role during the Israelite conquest of Canaan.

Connection to Jesus

gospel theme

This event demonstrates God's power over creation, which is a theme seen in Jesus' miracles, such as calming the storm.

See also: Mark 4:39

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