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God Never Leaves Us
As I was with Moses, so I will be with you; I will never leave you nor forsake you. Joshua 1:5
READ Joshua 1:1-3, 5-9
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In the Holy Land, we loved walking where Jesus walked. Now I can more easily imagine the sights and sounds from His earthly life. But climbing up and down the uneven stones of the churches and countryside left its mark, and I arrived home with sore knees. Yet my ailments were minor compared with those journeying centuries ago, who not only experienced aching joints but suffered greatly—and even died. But God was with them.
God called His people to follow Him and invited them to live in a flourishing “land flowing with milk and honey” (Exodus 3:8). He knew that as they entered the promised land, they would face danger from opposing armies and obstacles such as walled cities. God had been with them for forty years in their desert wanderings and wouldn’t abandon them now. He promised Joshua, the new leader, His presence with them: “I will be with you; I will never leave you nor forsake you” (Joshua 1:5). Joshua would face challenges and hardships, needing to be strong and courageous, but God would help him to do so.
We who believe in Jesus, whether we’re called to stay or to go, will face dangers, challenges, and suffering in this life. But we can hold on to the promises of our God who will never leave us. Because of Him, we too can be strong and courageous.
By Amy Boucher Pye
REFLECT & PRAY
When you’ve faced hardships, how have you experienced God’s presence? How can you turn to Him today for help, love, and support?
Saving God, when You lead me through a barren land and I fear the terrors of the night, please reassure me that You’re with me.

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