Jos 1:11 | MHM | STEP | v. 11 : Joshua told the people they would cross the Jordan River in three days. He was confident because God had promised they would possess the land. He told them to prepare food, not boats, because God would help them cross, just as He brought them out of Egypt on eagle’s wings (Exodus 19:4 ). The manna had not yet stopped, but since they were near inhabited land, they could also get other food. Some Jewish teachers believed this command also meant they should prepare their hearts by repenting of sin and seeking peace with God (Exodus 19:10-11 ). Being ready meant more than just having supplies; it meant being right with God.

‏ Joshua 1:11

v. 11: Joshua told the people they would cross the Jordan River in three days. He was confident because God had promised they would possess the land. He told them to prepare food, not boats, because God would help them cross, just as He brought them out of Egypt on eagle’s wings (Exodus 19:4 ^a). The manna had not yet stopped, but since they were near inhabited land, they could also get other food. Some Jewish teachers believed this command also meant they should prepare their hearts by repenting of sin and seeking peace with God (Exodus 19:10-11 ^b). Being ready meant more than just having supplies; it meant being right with God.