Rahab, was a prostitute who lied to the King of Jericho; to save the two spies from Shittim, that Joshua sent to look over the land. She knew they were coming to take the land; but, she did not resist, because “Joshua 2:8-9, 11-14 before the spies lay down for the night, she went up on the roof and said to them. I know that the Lord has given this land to You and that a great fear of you has fallen on us, 11 for the Lord your God is God in heaven above and on the earth below. Please swear to me by the Lord; that you will show kindness to my family because I have shown kindness to you. Give me a sure sign that you will spare the lives of my father, mother, brothers and sisters, and all who belong to them, and that you will save us from death. Our lives for yours! The men assured her. “if you do not tell what we are doing, we will treat you kindly and faithfully when the Lord gives us the land.
Kindness begot kindness, Rahab, saved the spies and in return; they promise to treat her and her family kindly and faithfully after Israel conquered Jericho. She was told to tie a scarlet cord in her window, so when Israel attack Jericho they see the scarlet cord and spare Rahab and her entire family. It is always good to be kind to others, because when we are kind, kindness will be returned for the most part. There are some evil Spirits in this world; no matter how kind we are, they will not reciprocate, let's keep them in our prayers.
Father, keep us strong and courageous as You lead us; to inherit the land You swore, to our forefathers. Lord, help us be obedient to Your Word; and not turn away from You, so we will be successful and prosperous wherever we go. Father, do not let Your Word depart from our mouth; and help us meditate on Your Word day and night, so we may be careful to do everything written in it. Father, we are strong and courageous people, we will not be discouraged; for You Lord, our God will be with us. Lord, we thank You for forgiveness, love, kindness, and grace; and we pray for all cursed and evil spirit to be overcome by good, in Jesus name, Amen
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