* Lots nations banded together to destroy Israel.

* Can you imagine how the Israelites felt about this?

* What they didn’t know was that God was allowing them to mount up so He could kill them all in one place.

* This was actually a blessing to the Israelites - they wouldn’t have to fight many different battles, but only one.

* This is why God had to encourage Joshua with “Don’t be afraid” (vs 6)

* Fearing the vast army mounted against him would be natural.

* I can imagine God up in heaven looking down and thinking, “I’ve got this covered!”

* vs 20 - after the battle Joshua saw clearly what God had done.

* The enemy had a date with destiny and God allowed them to pursue His people to bring them to their end.

* When the enemy rises against you it may very well be God’s doing so He can show His power to you and through you.