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Joshua 23:14

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
And, behold, this day I am going the way of all the earth: and ye know in all your hearts and in all your souls, that not one thing hath failed of all the good things which the LORD your God spake concerning you; all are come to pass unto you, and not one thing hath failed thereof.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE

Listen, today I am about to die, as all people must. You know deep in your hearts and souls that not one promise has failed out of all the good things the LORD your God promised you. Every single promise has come true, and not one has failed.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

Joshua is reminding the Israelites that God has kept every single promise He made to them throughout their journey.

📚 Historical Context

This is part of Joshua's farewell speech to the Israelite leaders near the end of his life, after they had successfully conquered and settled in the Promised Land. Joshua is reflecting on God's faithfulness during the decades-long journey from Egypt through the wilderness and into Canaan. He wants to ensure the people remember God's perfect track record of keeping His promises as they face the future without his leadership.

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