Lesson 73: Deuteronomy 31:6
The Blueprint — The Verse
Be strong and courageous; do not be afraid or terrified of them, for it is the LORD your God who goes with you; He will never leave you nor forsake you.”
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The Context — The History
Moses spoke these words as he prepared to transfer leadership to Joshua before IsraelThe nation chosen by Yahweh as His own covenant people, descended from Jacob (Israel) and formed into a distinct identity at Sinai. In the biblical worldview, Israel is God’s allotted portion among all nations after Babel (Deuteronomy 32), set apart to reveal His character, law, and redemptive plan. Israel carries the promises given to Abraham, the mission of representing Yahweh... More crossed the Jordan. Canaan's fortified cities and trained armies posed a real threat to a nation formed in the desert.
The Narrative — The Lead-Up
records Moses commissioning Joshua and writing the law. God promises his presence to the new leader and the people so they need not fear the nations ahead.
The Echo — Follow-on Verses
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Yahweh will deliver them up before you, and you shall do to them according to all the commandment which I have commanded you.
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Moses called to Joshua, and said to him in the sight of all IsraelThe nation chosen by Yahweh as His own covenant people, descended from Jacob (Israel) and formed into a distinct identity at Sinai. In the biblical worldview, Israel is God’s allotted portion among all nations after Babel (Deuteronomy 32), set apart to reveal His character, law, and redemptive plan. Israel carries the promises given to Abraham, the mission of representing Yahweh... More, “Be strong and courageous, for you shall go with this people into the land which Yahweh has sworn to their fathers to give them; and you shall cause them to inherit it.
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Discussion
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What situation calls for courage in your life right now?
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How does God's presence change fear?
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What does it mean that God will not forsake you?
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