02/25/2026
Reflection:
Deuteronomy 31:6 carries a powerful encouragement: “Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified… for the Lord your God goes with you; He will never leave you nor forsake you.” These words were spoken as the Israelites stood on the edge of the Promised Land—a moment filled with both hope and uncertainty.
God’s command to be strong and courageous was not based on their own ability. It was rooted in His presence. Courage is not the absence of fear; it is the decision to trust God in the presence of fear. When God says, “I go with you,” He gives the reason we can move forward.
The promise that He will “never leave nor forsake” is deeply personal. In seasons of transition, loneliness, or challenge, we may feel abandoned. Yet this verse assures us that God’s faithfulness is constant. He does not withdraw when circumstances become difficult. He remains.
Deuteronomy 31:6 calls us to step into our unknown futures with confidence—not because we know every detail, but because we know the One who walks beside us. His presence strengthens us. His faithfulness sustains us.
Whatever path lies ahead, this promise stands firm: we are never alone. And with God going before us and walking beside us, we can face tomorrow with strength and courage.