1-8 The Israelites were convinced that the war against the Canaanites
was to be continued; but they were in doubt as to the manner in which
it was to be carried on after the death of Joshua. In these respects
they inquired of the Lord. God appoints service according to the
strength he has given. Fr... [ Continue Reading ]
9-20 The Canaanites had iron chariots; but Israel had God on their
side, whose chariots are thousands of angels, Psalms 68:17. Yet they
suffered their fears to prevail against their faith. About Caleb we
read in Joshua 15:16-6. The Kenites had settled in the land. Israel
let them fix where they plea... [ Continue Reading ]
21-36 The people of Israel were very careless of their duty and
interest. Owing to slothfulness and cowardice, they would not be at
the pains to complete their conquests. It was also owing to their
covetousness: they were willing to let the Canaanites live among them,
that they might make advantage... [ Continue Reading ]