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Joshua 2:9 · KJV

"And she said unto the men, I know that the LORD hath given you the land, and that your terror is fallen upon us, and that all the inhabitants of the land faint because of you."

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Passage Context

7And the men pursued after them the way to Jordan unto the fords: and as soon as they which pursued after them were gone out, they shut the gate.
8And before they were laid down, she came up unto them upon the roof;
9And she said unto the men, I know that the LORD hath given you the land, and that your terror is fallen upon us, and that all the inhabitants of the land faint because of you.
10For we have heard how the LORD dried up the water of the Red sea for you, when ye came out of Egypt; and what ye did unto the two kings of the Amorites, that were on the other side Jordan, Sihon and Og, whom ye utterly destroyed.
11And as soon as we had heard these things, our hearts did melt, neither did there remain any more courage in any man, because of you: for the LORD your God, he is God in heaven above, and in earth beneath.

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Reflection Questions

1

How do you recognize God's work in your life?

2

What does it mean to trust in God's plan for you?

3

When have you felt fear but chose to act in faith?

Life Application

faith

Acknowledge God's presence in your life, especially during difficult times.

courage

Take bold steps in faith, even when the outcome is uncertain.

People in This Verse

RahabBoth

Rahab was a Canaanite woman who played a crucial role in the Israelite conquest of Jericho. Her faith and actions led to her salvation and inclusion in the genealogy of Christ.

First appearance: Joshua 2:1

Places in This Verse

Jericho(Tell es-Sultan today)

Jericho is one of the oldest inhabited cities in the world, located near the Jordan River.

Connection to Jesus

gospel theme

Rahab's recognition of God's power reflects the faith that is central to the message of Jesus.

See also: Hebrews 11:31

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