9 Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be frightened, and do not be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.” (Joshua 1)
This is one of the most memorized verses of the Old Testament. It is a "classic" verse to remind us of God's faithful watchcare over His people. There is nowhere we can go that He is not there, watching, leading, guiding, protecting, calming and comforting His people. But let's consider this: these people were used to staying - staying put, or at best, wandering around somewhat aimlessly while they waited to land in the promised land. Think about those cruise ships with no one who will let them dock. Going, at times, can seem less stressful and frustrating and fearful, than staying right we are - waiting. Guess what? God is still here, wherever we do not go. He can handle any fear or uncertainty of the future, even as we feel like sitting ducks. God is with His people, by His Spirit. Be not afraid.
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