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God's Unfolding Plan
Commentators explain that God's command to prepare Joshua was a definitive transfer of leadership. While Moses's era was ending, God's plan for His people was not. Scholars note the emphasis: "it is he [Joshua] who shall go over... not Moses." This serves as a comfort that God's work will always continue through the successors He raises up.
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Deuteronomy
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Charles Ellicott
On Deuteronomy 3:23–28
19th Century
Bishop
And I implored the Lord at that time. —Two things Moses is recorded to have asked for himself in the story of th…
John Gill
On Deuteronomy 3:28
17th Century
Pastor
But charge Joshua, and encourage him, and strengthen him
Charge him to take the care of the children of Israel, to i…
Matthew Henry
On Deuteronomy 3:21–29
17th Century
Minister
Moses encouraged Joshua, who was to succeed him. Thus, the aged and experienced in the service of God should do all they can to strengthen the hand…