Joshua 1:8-10

Expanded Bible

⁸ ·Always remember [^LDo not let depart from your mouth] what is written in the Book of the ·Teachings [Law]. ·Study [Meditate on] it day and night to be ·sure [careful; diligent] to obey everything that is written there. If you do this, you will be ·wise [prudent; successful] and ·successful [prosperous] ·in everything [or along life’s path; along the way]. ⁹ ·Remember that I [^LHave I not…?] commanded you to be strong and ·brave [courageous; resolute]. Don’t be afraid or ·discouraged [dismayed], because the Lord your God will be with you ·everywhere you go [or in all you do].”

Joshua’s Orders to the People

¹⁰ Then Joshua gave orders to the ·officers [leaders] of the people: