3You yourselves have seen eve...

3You yourselves have seen everything the Lord your God has done to all these nations for your sake; it was the Lord your God who fought for you.

4Remember how I have allotted as an inheritance for your tribes all the land of the nations that remain—the nations I conquered—between the Jordan and the Mediterranean Sea in the west.

- P136

5The Lord your God himself will push them out for your sake. He will drive them out before you, and you will take possession of their land, as the Lord your God promised you. - P136

7Do not associate with these nations that remain among you; do not invoke the names of their gods or swear by them. You must not serve them or bow down to them.

8But you are to hold fast to the Lord your God, as you have until now.

9"The Lord has driven out before you great and powerful nations; to this day no one has been able to withstand you.

10One of you routs a thousand, because the Lord your God fights for you, just as he promised.

- P137

Joshua, now very old, calls Israel‘s leaders and reminds them that the Lord hasfought for them and given them the land of many nations as their inheritance.
He urges them to be strong, to obey the Book of the Law, and not to associatewith the remaining nations or their gods. Joshua assures them that one Isra-elite can rout a thousand because the Lord fights for them. - P137

As Joshua gathers Israel to give them one of his last messages, he reminds them that the Lord has done what He said He would do. This is important for the nation to remember as Joshua nears his departure. What Joshua is saying is essentially, "I did not deliver you because I had great leadership skills; Your Lord delivered you because that was His promise to you." We, too, share in this declaration. - P138

Our status as children of God was not earned through our goodness; it was won for us by the work of our God. Because of Christ’s victory, we are counted as victors, and our future victories will happen because our God continues to fight for us. - P138

Father, You have always been my help, and I know that You are the only One who will come through for my future needs. Now, help me know that Your presence is the source of my help. In Jesus’ name, amen. - P138

21Then Reuben, Gad and the ha...

21Then Reuben, Gad and the half-tribe of Manasseh replied to the heads of the clans of Israel:

22"The Mighty One, God, the Lord! The Mighty One, God, the Lord! He knows! And let Israel know! If this has been in rebellion or disobedience to the Lord, do not spare us this day.

23If we have built our own altar to turn away from the Lord and to offer burnt offerings and grain offerings, or to sacrifice fellowship offerings on it, may the Lord himself call us to account.

- P132

30When Phinehas the priest and the leaders of the community—the heads of the clans of the Israelites—heard what Reuben, Gad and Manasseh had to say, they were pleased.

31And Phinehas son of Eleazar, the priest, said to Reuben, Gad and Manasseh, "Today we know that the Lord is with us, because you have not been unfaithful to the Lord in this matter. Now you have rescued the Israelites from the Lord’s hand."

- P133

32Then Phinehas son of Eleazar, the priest, and the leaders returned to Canaan from their meeting with the Reubenites and Gadites in Gilead and reported to the Israelites.

33They were glad to hear the report and praised God. And they talked no more about going to war against them to devastate the country where the Reubenites and the Gadites lived

- P133

The two and a half tribes respond to the rest of the nation’s accusation by calmly stating the truth. They reveal the true reason for the altar they built, which is to serve as a witness to future generations that they belong to the Lord, since they live beyond the Jordan, apart from the rest of the congregation. Notice the common thread among these two parties: They both deeply fear the Lord. Phinehas and his people investigate because they despise idolatry, while Reuben, Gad, and Manasseh respond, "Far be it from us to rebel against the Lord!" When we are motivated by the fear of the Lord, we are able to act and react with both firmness and gentleness. - P134

After hearing the tribes‘ clear and God-glorifying response, Phinehas andthe leaders react with relief and gladness. The fever of war turns into mutualunderstanding and communal rejoicing in the Lord. Notice how even inan emotionally charged situation, both parties took time to face each otherInstead of sim-so that they could listen well and communicate effective aply believing rumors, Phinehas looks to confirm before acting.  - P134

In this ru-mor-filled world, let us not be quick to believe the worst of others and point *fingers, but rather act deliberately, asking for the help of God‘s heavenlywisdom. And may we ever seek to promote peace and unity in the body ofChrist, remembering what Jesus taught: "Blessed are the peacemakers, forthey will be called children of God" (Matt. 5:9) - P134

Dear God, fill my heart with the fear of the Lord so that I may speak and act in wisdom in all that I do. And since Jesus is the ultimate peacemaker, use me to be an agent of Your peace, especially in the midst of conflict. In His name, amen. - P135

And let us beslow to anger and quick to forgive, living out the words of Proverbs 17:9,
"Whoever would foster love covers over an offense, but whoevermatter separates close friends."
repeatsthe - P135

25Now there was a man in Jeru...

25Now there was a man in Jerusalem called Simeon, who was righteous and devout. He was waiting for the consolation of Israel, and the Holy Spirit was on him.

26It had been revealed to him by the Holy Spirit that he would not die before he had seen the Lord’s Messiah.

- P128

29"Sovereign Lord, as you have promised, you may now dismiss your servant in peace.

30For my eyes have seen your salvation,

31which you have prepared in the sight of all nations:

32a light for revelation to the Gentiles, and the glory of your people Israel."

- P129

33The child’s father and mother marveled at what was said about him.

34Then Simeon blessed them and said to Mary, his mother: "This child is destined to cause the falling and rising of many in Israel, and to be a sign that will be spoken against,

35so that the thoughts of many hearts will be revealed. And a sword will pierce your own soul too."

- P129

In Jerusalem, Simeon, a righteous and devout man, waits for Israel‘s consola-tion. The Holy Spirit has revealed to him that he would not die without havingseen the Lord‘s Messiah. When Mary and Joseph bring Jesus, Simeon takesHim in His arms and praises God. He then prophesies that the child is destined-to cause the falling and rising of many in Israel. - P129

For Simeon, an obedient Jew full of expectancy to meet the Messiah, the wait is over. Led by the Spirit, he enters the temple courts and sees Jesus, who is undergoing purification rites in accordance with the Mosaic Law. Simeon exclaims that he can die in peace now that salvation has come. And it has come, not by keeping rules or through self-improvement, but through a person. When we come to fully understand this, our hearts can be at rest on earth while looking forward to our home in heaven. Simply because of what Jesus has done, we discover peace and joy unspeakable. Therefore, let us ever fix our eyes on Jesus and the salvation He offers. - P130

Simeon was rightfully anticipating a Messiah who wouldsatisfy his biggest need: the forgiveness of sins. On Christmas, we celebratethis truth that never gets old: Jesus was born so that He could die on thecross in order that we might be free from punishment and forgiven fromall sins, for all time. - P130

Dear Lord, I praise You! For on this day over two thousand years ago, salvation arrived in human form. Thank you that I can enjoy perfect peace now, regardless of how I feel about myself—for I know that I am forgiven because of the cross. In Jesus’ name, amen. - P131

[100자평] 여호수아

여호수아 - 약속과 백성 ㅣ BST(The Bible Speaks Today) 성경 강해 시리즈
데이비드 퍼스 지음, 정옥배 옮김 / IVP / 2020년 3월

이스라엘이라함은 지리적 인종적 개념이 아니라 하나님의 언약 안에 있는 사람들이 존재하는 땅의 나라임을 기억하자. 신약에 와서는 un 하나님의 나라.

하지만 성경은 절대 그런 견지에서 생각하지 않는다. ...

하지만 성경은 절대 그런 견지에서 생각하지 않는다. 그 이유 중 하나는주권적 민족 국가라는 개념이 비교적 현대에 생겨난 것이기 때문이다. 그러나 이 특정한 문제를 제쳐 놓는다 해도, 가나안 사람들이 거기 이미 살고 있었다는 단순한 사실은 여전히 존재한다. 하지만 성경이 그런 견지에서 생각하지 않는 보다 중요한 이유가 있다. 그것은 단지 온 세상과 그 세상에 사는모든 사람들이 야웨에게 속해 있기 때문이다.‘ 성경, 그리고 구약의 견해로는 어떤 특정한 땅을 양도할 수 없는 권리를 갖고 있는 사람은 단 한 사람도없다. 도리어 그들은 야웨께 책임을 진 임차인으로서 그 땅을 차지하고 있다. 이 때문에, 희년법에 따르면 이스라엘 안에서 개인들은 땅을 영구히 팔수 없었다." 비록 그것은 이스라엘이 야웨와 맺은 언약 관계 안에 표현되어있지만 - P18

 야훼는 가나안 민족이 심판을 받아야 할 적절한 순간이 되어야 그 땅을 가나안 족속에게서 취해서 이스라엘에게 주실것이다. 이러한 틀은 소돔의 멸망을 놓고 아브라함이 드린 간구에서 확증되었다." 거기에서 야웨는 멸망시키는 것이 정당할 때에만 실제로 그렇게 행동하시는 것을 보여 주신다. 야웨가 다른 모든 민족보다 이스라엘을 특별히 더총애하신다기보다는 야훼의 목적을 확립하는 통로가 되는 나라로 이스라엘을 세우다 보니 땅이 필요했고, 야웨가 주신 땅은 그곳 거민들이 야웨의 심판을 받아야 하는 곳이었다는 것이다. 그렇기 때문에 야웨는 그 땅을 이스라엘에게 주실 수 있었다. 하지만 구약은 이스라엘이 하나님께 반역하는 삶ㅇ을 살면 그들도 똑같이 그 땅을 빼앗길 수 있었다는 것을 분명히 밝힌다. - P18

아간은 이스라엘 사람이 배제될 수 있다는 것을 보여 주는 반면, 라합은 가나안 사람도 포함될 수 있다는 것을 보여 준다. 배제되는 사람들은 여호와의 목적에 적극적으로 반대하기로 한 사람들이다. 이스라엘은유전적 유산을 물려받은 백성이 아니라, 선교하는 역할을 맡고 있는 백성이다. 이것은 속임수로 합류한 가나안 족속인" 기브온 사람들의 이야기로 인해 복잡해진다. 하지만 기본 궤도는 바뀌지 않았다. 심판의 기준이 이스라엘을 위한 하나님의 목적들을 실제로 적극적으로 반대하는 경우라는 점을 확증해 준 것일 뿐이다. - P20

이스라엘은 야웨의 백성이 된다는 것이 무엇인지 삶으로 보여 주는 백성이될 필요가 있었다. 그리고 여호수아서 끝에서 드러나는 사실은, 이 선택을한 사람은 누구나 야훼의 약속들이 주는 축복 안에서 계속 살 수 있었다는것이다. 그 축복에는 그 땅에 계속 남아 있는 것도 포함되었다. - P23

물론 하나님의 목적에는 언제나 어느 정도 신비한 면이 있다. 하지만 여호수아서가 주의 깊게 하나의 유형을 제시하는 게 분명해 보인다. 그 유형에서사람들은 언제라도 하나님의 심판을 받는 위치였다가 그분 백성의 일부가되고, 그럼으로써 하나님의 약속들 안에서 살도록 옮겨갈 가능성이 있었다. - P25

내리는 중에도 야훼는 많은 사람들에게 그분의 복을 내려 주시기 때문이다.
여호수아서는 이처럼 오늘날 우리가 하나님의 신실하심을 깨닫도록 격려하는 책이다. 우리는 예수님을 통해 그 신실함을 경험한다. 그리고 이것은 하나님의 신실하심에 대한 우리의 경험이 특정한 장소에 매여 있지 않다는 것을 의미한다. 하지만 여호수아서는 자신의 약속에 대한 하나님의 신실하심이 성경 이야기 안에서 중심 요소임을 상기시킴으로써, 오늘날 우리에게도 계속 적실성을 지닌다는 것을 보여 준다. 그것은 하나님의 선교 안에서 기본적인 요소다. 동시에, 여호수아서는 하나님의 목적들이 우리가 상상하는 것보다 훨씬 더 많은 사람들을 포함한다는 사실을 깨닫도록 도전한다.  - P29

라합이 어떻게 하나님의 백성에 포함되었는지 보여 주면서 이야기가 시작되는 것은 처음부터 이 점을 분명하게 한다. 특히 그 이야기가 라합을 어떤 이스라엘 사람보다도 훨씬 더 긍정적인 견지에서 보여 준다는 점을 주목할 때 더욱 그렇다. 하나님은 우리가 예상하지 않을 만한 사람을 사용할 준비가 되어 있으시며, 중요한 것은 그들이 하나님의 목적을 이루는 일에 하나님과 협력하고자 하는 의지가 있는가 하는 것이다. 중요한 것은 그들의 배경이 아니라 그들이 하는 행동이다." 그래서 여호수아서는 사람들이 우리가더 편안하게 느끼는 방식을 따르는가 하는 것보다는 하나님에 대한 반응으로 그들이 무엇을 하는가를 보라고 우리에게 계속 도전한다. - P29