Joshua 24:18
Joshua 24:18 in Multiple Translations
And the LORD drove out before us all the nations, including the Amorites who lived in the land. We too will serve the LORD, because He is our God!”
And the LORD drave out from before us all the people, even the Amorites which dwelt in the land: therefore will we also serve the LORD; for he is our God.
and Jehovah drove out from before us all the peoples, even the Amorites that dwelt in the land: therefore we also will serve Jehovah; for he is our God.
And the Lord sent out from before us all the peoples, the Amorites living in the land: so we will be the servants of the Lord, for he is our God.
The Lord drove out before us the Amorites and all the other nations who were living in the land. So we will worship the Lord, for he is our God!”
And the Lord did cast out before vs all the people, euen the Amorites which dwelt in the lande: therefore will we also serue the Lord, for he is our God.
and Jehovah casteth out the whole of the peoples, even the Amorite inhabiting the land, from our presence; we also do serve Jehovah, for He [is] our God.'
The LORD drove out from before us all the peoples, even the Amorites who lived in the land. Therefore we also will serve the LORD; for he is our God.”
And the LORD drove out from before us all the people, even the Amorites who dwelt in the land: therefore will we also serve the LORD; for he is our God.
And he hath cast out all the nations, the Amorrhite the inhabitant of the land into which we are come. Therefore we will serve the Lord, for he is our God.
As our forefathers advanced, Yahweh expelled the descendants of Amor and the other people-groups who lived in this land. Yahweh is our God, so we are saying that we also will serve/worship him.”
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Hebrew Word Reference — Joshua 24:18
Study Notes — Joshua 24:18
Context — Choose Whom You Will Serve
18And the LORD drove out before us all the nations, including the Amorites who lived in the land. We too will serve the LORD, because He is our God!”
19But Joshua said to the people, “You are not able to serve the LORD, for He is a holy God; He is a jealous God; He will not forgive your rebellion or your sins. 20If you forsake the LORD and serve foreign gods, He will turn and bring disaster on you and consume you, even after He has been good to you.”Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Micah 4:2 | And many nations will come and say: “Come, let us go up to the mountain of the LORD, to the house of the God of Jacob. He will teach us His ways, so that we may walk in His paths.” For the law will go forth from Zion and the word of the LORD from Jerusalem. |
| 2 | Exodus 10:2 | and that you may tell your children and grandchildren how severely I dealt with the Egyptians when I performed miraculous signs among them, so that all of you may know that I am the LORD.” |
| 3 | Psalms 116:16 | Truly, O LORD, I am Your servant; I am Your servant, the son of Your maidservant; You have broken my bonds. |
| 4 | Zechariah 8:23 | This is what the LORD of Hosts says: “In those days ten men from the nations of every tongue will tightly grasp the robe of a Jew, saying, ‘Let us go with you, for we have heard that God is with you.’” |
| 5 | Luke 1:73–75 | the oath He swore to our father Abraham, to grant us deliverance from hostile hands, that we may serve Him without fear, in holiness and righteousness before Him all the days of our lives. |
| 6 | Exodus 15:2 | The LORD is my strength and my song, and He has become my salvation. He is my God, and I will praise Him, my father’s God, and I will exalt Him. |
Joshua 24:18 Summary
This verse reminds us that God is powerful and faithful, having driven out the nations before the Israelites and giving them the land of Canaan. The Israelites recognize God's mighty works and declare their commitment to serve Him alone, because He is their God, as they experienced His presence and provision, similar to what is described in Exodus 14:13-14 and Psalm 105:43-45. This serves as a reminder for us to trust in God's power and faithfulness in our own lives, just as the Israelites did, and to commit to following Him, as encouraged in Proverbs 3:5-6 and Jeremiah 29:11. By acknowledging God as our God, we can live with confidence and purpose, knowing He is always with us, as promised in Hebrews 13:5-6.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean that the LORD drove out the nations before the Israelites?
This refers to the miraculous way God cleared the land of Canaan of its previous inhabitants, as seen in Joshua 24:18, allowing the Israelites to settle there, just as He had promised in Deuteronomy 1:30 and Exodus 23:28-31.
Who were the Amorites and why are they mentioned specifically?
The Amorites were one of the major groups of people living in Canaan, known for their strength and idolatry, as mentioned in Genesis 15:16 and Amos 2:9-10, and their removal is a testament to God's power and faithfulness to the Israelites.
What does it mean for the Israelites to say 'We too will serve the LORD, because He is our God'?
This statement is a declaration of loyalty and worship, acknowledging God's sovereignty over them and their commitment to follow Him alone, as also expressed in Joshua 24:16 and Deuteronomy 6:13, recognizing His mighty works and their dependence on Him.
How does this verse relate to the broader theme of the book of Joshua?
Joshua 24:18 summarizes the conquest of Canaan and the Israelites' commitment to serve God, reflecting the book's themes of God's faithfulness, the importance of obedience, and the choice between serving God or idols, as seen in Joshua 24:15 and Deuteronomy 30:19.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways God has 'driven out' challenges or enemies in your life, and how has that experience shaped your faith?
- How does recognizing God as 'our God' impact your daily decisions and relationships, in light of verses like Psalm 23:1 and Isaiah 41:10?
- In what ways can you, like the Israelites, declare your commitment to serve the LORD and live out your faith in practical ways, as encouraged in Matthew 22:37-40 and Romans 12:1-2?
- What are some 'nations' or strongholds in your life that you need God to help you overcome, and how can you trust in His power and promises, as seen in 2 Corinthians 10:3-5 and Ephesians 6:10-18?
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