Joshua 12 – 15 Heroes for the Faith 

The Israelites walked and conquered the Promised Land after wandering in the wilderness for 40 years. Out of all the Israelites, only Caleb and Joshua were alive to witness the hardness of the Israelites’ hearts and their unwillingness to trust God, and only these two had remained faithful. Both have seen the power of the Lord as they walked, fought, and conquered this new land. Egypt is far behind in their memories, but not the Israelites’ failure, for it was a reminder of what could have been and now is.  Both have been faithful warriors and models for the Israelites. Both are heroes for the next generation, and they are models for all of us today.   Caleb’s words ring forth: “I remained loyal to the Lord my God.” Can we say that of ourselves? Have we remained faithful and loyal to the Lord, or have we allowed the “deadly d’s” of distraction, disappointment, dismay, and so on to take our eyes off the ultimate victory? Caleb reminded Joshua, “I brought back an honest report to him.”  

As we study this man’s life, may our lives follow his example. Joshua had told them to be strong and courageous and Caleb had followed that to the letter. Are you a hero for God?