When all the Amorite kings west of the Jordan and all the Canaanite kings who lived along the Mediterranean coast heard how the Lord had dried up the Jordan River so the people of Israel could cross, they lost heart and were paralyzed with fear because of them.

“Are you friend or foe?” 14“Neither one,” he replied. “I am the commander of the Lord’s army.” At this, Joshua fell with his face to the ground in reverence. “I am at your command,” Joshua said. “What do you want your servant to do?”

They completely destroyed everything in it with their swords—men and women, young and old, cattle, sheep, goats, and donkeys.

So the Lord was with Joshua, and his reputation spread throughout the land.

 I wanted them so much that I took them.

Lord God my Father,

Strike fear in the heart of evil marching to take this nation. Give us, your people, courage to stand up in your presence and allow you to defeat the enemy as you desire. Give us heart for your design and not rely on ourselves. Help us to gather and be obedient to the commander of the Lord’s army. Help me to not be overwhelmed by the discomfort my limited wisdom can accept and trust your command as you speak it. Be with me and protect me from my sinful desires.

In Jesus name I pray,

Amen