Jos 17:17 | MHM | STEP | v. 17-18 : Joshua replied that since they were a great people, they should use their strength to clear the forests and fight the Canaanites. He told them not to fear, because if they worked hard and trusted God, they would be able to drive out the Canaanites, even if they had iron chariots. Joshua reminded them that faith and determination could overcome any obstacle ( v. 17, 18 ).

‏ Joshua 17:17

v. 17-18: Joshua replied that since they were a great people, they should use their strength to clear the forests and fight the Canaanites. He told them not to fear, because if they worked hard and trusted God, they would be able to drive out the Canaanites, even if they had iron chariots. Joshua reminded them that faith and determination could overcome any obstacle (v. 17, 18 ^a).