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From Servant to Leader
Commentators note that God's call for Joshua to lead came after a long period of faithful service under Moses. Matthew Henry highlights that those best fit to rule are those who have first learned to obey. The death of a great leader like Moses served as a catalyst, spurring the next generation to rise and take responsibility.
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Joshua
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John Calvin
On Joshua 1:2
16th Century
Theologian
Moses my servant, etc. Two meanings can be drawn from this. First, since Moses is dead, the whole burden has now fallen upon you; take the…
John Gill
On Joshua 1:2
17th Century
Pastor
Moses my servant is dead
Which was said not for the information of Joshua, but to lead on to, and show the cause and…
Matthew Henry
On Joshua 1:1–4
17th Century
Minister
Joshua had served Moses. He who was called to honor had long been accustomed to responsibilities. Our Lord Jesus took upon him the form of a se…