9 And Joshua the son of Nun was full of the spirit of wisdom, for Moses had laid his hands on him. So the people of Israel obeyed him and did as the Lord had commanded Moses. 10 And there has not arisen a prophet since in Israel like Moses, whom the Lord knew face to face, 11 none like him for all the signs and the wonders that the Lord sent him to do in the land of Egypt, to Pharaoh and to all his servants and to all his land,12 and for all the mighty power and all the great deeds of terror that Moses did in the sight of all Israel. (Deuteronomy 34)
Foreshadowing. Introducing characters, themes, and plots ahead of time. The Bible - one Book made up of many - is full of them. The foundation for Joshua has been laid by his involvement with Moses throughout the last two books. He has been a faithful assistant, general, and example. But he's no Moses. Don't expect him to be. His leadership will be great and consistent, but it's like a new pastor - don't always be comparing him to the old one. Different is okay. Moses has led out; Joshua must lead in. Moses led the complaint deparment; Joshua would lead the conquer department. God had given everything His people needed to move forward, including a solid leader. He will continue to be faithful. The same is true for us. May we be faithful as well.
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