“As I Was with Moses”: The Book of Joshua and Filling Prophetic Shoes

About this episode

Scott Esplin discusses Joshua's calling to succeed Moses and the importance of faith in God's constancy.

Scott Esplin reflects on Joshua’s calling to succeed Moses and the Lord’s promise, “As I was with Moses, so I will be with thee.” This essay explores how faith in God’s constancy helps us move beyond comparison and find courage in our own callings.

People in this episode

Guest: Scott Esplin

Topics covered

• faith
• prophecy
• courage
• leadership
• spirituality

Keywords

• Joshua
• Moses
• faith
• calling
• prophetic shoes
• courage
• spirituality

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Books & works: The Book of Joshua

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