Moses had been forbidden from crossing the Jordan by Lord because of his failure at the rock incident at Meribah (Numbers 20). Despite this Moses had continued to faithfully lead Israel, knowing that he would not be allowed into the Promised Land.
This should not concern the Israelites, for the Lord Himself would go ahead of them, this was what mattered. It is easy for us to become too dependent upon a particular leader. Now we should have respect and commitment to our leaders, we must love them. However, we need to recognise that it is the Lord who ultimately leads us, and it is upon Him that we are ultimately dependent. Joshsua would also go with them. Joshua is important, but it is the Lord who is vital.
Moses assures them that the Lord would go with them. So they should not fear, but be strong and courageous. The Lord would not leave them.
Moses publicly commissions Joshua. He effectively gives him the same commission that he gave to the people. Leaders are necessary, but we all have the same commission.
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