Be very strong, then, so that you can keep and obey all that is written in the Book of the Law of Moses, not turning aside from it to the right or to the left.
True faith does not breed security but fear of God. Mere hypocrites boast of His promises while turning from Him; but whoever would find Him must seek Him sincerely and keep His commandments without wavering left or right. Such obedience demands that we strain ourselves beyond our natural weakness.
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Keeping the Law requires spiritual strength and holy courage, a firm resolution to obey what is written. This means not only destroying the Canaanites as commanded but also abstaining from all fellowship with them, no compromise, no turning aside.
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God pledges what He has already given as proof of what remains to be fulfilled. But His promise depends entirely on their keeping themselves clear of the Canaanites and their idolatry. Steadfast adherence to God's law will bring brilliant victories; any other path breaks the condition.
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Commenting on Joshua 23:5-11