THE CALL OF JOSHUA TO SERVICE (Josh 1:1-18)

After the death of Moses, God called upon Joshua to take over the Leadership of the people of Israel. It was Joshua that took them across river Jordan to the Promised Land (Canaan) God’s instruction to Joshua was for him to go over Jordan and also select men among the Israelites that would be with him only for him to be very courageous and fear not.

God showed himself to Joshua as the commander of the army of Israel. Joshua conquered many areas of the Promised Land. When Moses was about to die, He appointed Joshua who would succeed him, no problem with Leadership they had already known their leader before the death of Moses. God promised to give him all the lands the sole of his foot shall tread, also that no man will be able to stand before him all the days of his life, God also promised to be with him as He was with Moses.

In the Bible, Joshua is an important figure who succeeded Moses as the leader of the Israelites and led them into the Promised Land. His story is primarily documented in the Book of Joshua.

“The Call of Joshua to Service” specifically refers to the moment when Joshua received his divine calling or commission to serve as the leader of the Israelites. This event is described in Joshua 1:1-9. After the death of Moses, God spoke to Joshua, encouraging him and giving him instructions on how to lead the Israelites across the Jordan River and conquer the land of Canaan.

In this divine call, Joshua was reassured of God’s presence and promised that He would be with Joshua just as He was with Moses. Joshua was instructed to be strong and courageous, to meditate on the Book of the Law day and night, and to obey all its instructions. This call to service marked the beginning of Joshua’s leadership and his role in fulfilling God’s promise to the Israelites.

“The Call of Joshua to Service” can be interpreted as a broader concept, beyond its biblical context. It can represent a metaphorical call or summons for individuals to serve a higher purpose, take on a leadership role, or fulfill a particular mission. This phrase is often used in religious or inspirational contexts to encourage people to embrace their calling and dedicate themselves to a noble cause or service.

SIGNIFICANCE OF JOSHUA’S RESPONSE TO GOD’S CALL

God is not limited by circumstances even when He has made a promise.
God wants us to trust Him for the accomplishment of any assignment He has given us.
God wants us to always respond positively to His calls because He alone who has called us can help us.
God was not through with the Israelites even after the death of Moses.
With courage and faith in God, Joshua severed the people successfully by leading them to conquer the promise Land.
Joshua imported the qualities of courage and faith in God when he advised his people to be faithful and loyal to God in a covenant renewal ceremony.

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