The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz) Day 81: Israel Crosses the Jordan (2026)
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Mar 22, 2026 A walk through Joshua’s dramatic crossing of the Jordan and the miraculous stopping of the river. A look at God commissioning new leadership and the call to be strong and courageous. The story of spies, Rahab’s protection, and the twelve stones set up as a lasting memorial. A brief Psalm framed as a plea for mercy amid scorn.
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Rahab's Scarlet Cord And The Spies
- Rahab hid Israelite spies and admitted her fear, acknowledging that the Lord had given the land to Israel.
- She secured a promise by tying a scarlet cord in her window and helped the spies escape to the hills for three days.
Public Miracles Confirm Leadership Transition
- God exalts leaders publicly to confirm continuity of his presence and authority.
- The stopping of the Jordan at the Ark shows God is with Joshua just as he was with Moses, cementing Joshua's leadership.
God Repeats Miracles For New Generations
- God gives new generations direct experiences of his power, not just stories from parents.
- The Jordan crossing mirrors the Red Sea to give this generation a firsthand proof of God's might.