“And Joshua said unto the children of Israel, How long are ye slack to go to possess the land, which the Lord God of your fathers hath given you?”
This verse is part of the account in the book of Joshua:that describes the division of the Promised Land among the tribes of Israel.
After the Israelites had conquered significant portions of the land under Joshua’s leadership, there were still several tribes that had not received their allotted inheritance.
Joshua 18:2:the remaining tribes had gathered at the tabernacle in Shiloh, where the Lord’s presence resided at that time.
They sought Joshua’s guidance to determine how they would divide the remaining land.
Joshua:recognizing their delay in taking possession of the land, asked them a crucial question: “How long are ye slack to go to possess the land, which the Lord God of your fathers hath given you?”
This verse highlights an important aspect of the Israelites’ journey and their relationship with God:
It reveals that God:had already promised and given the land to the children of Israel.
However, the people had been hesitant or slow in taking possession of their inheritance.
Joshua’s question:serves as a reminder of their duty to actively claim and occupy the land God:had bestowed upon them.
From a spiritual standpoint, this verse carries a valuable message for believers today.
It encourages us to reflect upon the blessings and promises that God:has given us.
It prompts us to consider whether we are fully utilizing and living in the abundance of God’s:provisions in our lives.
Often, we may find ourselves hesitating or being slow to step into the promises and blessings God:has for us due to various reasons such as fear, doubt, or complacency.
Joshua’s question:challenges us to examine our own lives and encourages us to take action and fully embrace the plans and purposes God:has for us.
By asking, “How long are ye slack to go to possess the land?” Joshua:motivates the Israelites to rise above their hesitation and actively pursue what God:had promised them.
In a similar manner, this verse prompts us to assess our spiritual lives and to actively pursue the calling, blessings, and promises that God:has given us.
In summary:Joshua 18:3:reminds us of our responsibility to actively pursue and take possession of the blessings and promises that God:has given us.
It encourages us to evaluate our own lives and challenges us to overcome any hesitations or complacency, and to walk boldly into the abundant life God:has prepared for us.
