After Israel's failure at Ai, God told Joshua, "Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged." With sin removed, He gave them a new plan—one that led to victory. Their first defeat wasn't final; it was a lesson in obedience. How often do we let past failures keep us from moving forward? God's grace offers second chances, but victory comes when we follow His lead instead of our own.

After the battle, Joshua built an altar, refocusing Israel on God. Their success wasn't just about strategy—it was about surrender. The same is true for us. When we realign with God, failure isn't the end; it becomes part of our testimony. Trust Him, obey, and watch how He turns past defeat into future victory.