In the land of Canaan, the city of Jericho stood tall and strong, its walls towering and impregnable. The Israelites, led by Joshua, had reached the borders of this formidable city. As they gazed upon the walls, their hearts were filled with both awe and apprehension. Joshua, a man of great faith, sought guidance from the Lord.
One night, as Joshua was near Jericho, a mysterious figure appeared before him, holding a drawn sword. Joshua approached and asked if he was a friend or foe. The figure replied, “No, I am the commander of the Lord’s army.” Joshua fell to his knees, realizing that divine intervention was at hand. He removed his sandals, acknowledging the holiness of the ground.
The Lord then instructed Joshua on how to conquer the city. For six days, the Israelites were to march around Jericho in silence, with the priests carrying the Ark of the Covenant. On the seventh day, they were to march around the city seven times. After the final circuit, the priests were to blow their trumpets, and the people were to shout with all their might.
As the Israelites followed these instructions, the city’s defenders watched in confusion. On the seventh day, after the seventh circuit, the priests blew their trumpets, and the Israelites let out a mighty shout. In that moment, the walls of Jericho came crashing down, as if by some unseen force. The city, once thought impenetrable, was now laid bare.
The Israelites then charged into the city and defeated the Canaanites. Only Rahab, the woman who had helped the Israelite spies, and her family were spared, as they had shown kindness and faith. The fall of Jericho marked a significant victory for the Israelites and demonstrated the power of faith and obedience to God’s commands.