“And Joshua the son of Nun sent two men secretly from Shittim as spies, saying, ‘Go, view the land, especially Jericho.’ And they went and came into the house of a prostitute whose name was Rahab and lodged there.” – Joshua 2:1
Bible Verses About Spies
God Commands Explorations
As faithful followers of Christ, we see the value in exploring and investigating our surroundings, as we are called to make wise decisions. The Bible encourages us to gather information and insight, much like how God commanded the Israelites to send spies into the Promised Land. This teaches us that understanding our challenges and opportunities is part of our faith journey.
Numbers 13:1
“The Lord said to Moses, ‘Send men to spy out the land of Canaan, which I am giving to the people of Israel; from each tribe of their fathers you shall send a man, every one a chief among them.'” – Numbers 13:1
Deuteronomy 1:22
“Then all of you came near to me and said, ‘Let us send men before us, that they may explore the land for us and bring us word of the way by which we must go up and the cities into which we shall come.'” – Deuteronomy 1:22
Joshua 2:2
“And it was told to the king of Jericho, ‘Behold, men of Israel have come here tonight to search out the land.'” – Joshua 2:2
Deuteronomy 1:24
“And they turned and went up into the hill country and came to the valley of Eshcol and spied it out.” – Deuteronomy 1:24
Joshua 2:7
“And the men went and did exactly as Joshua had commanded them, and they came to the house of a prostitute whose name was Rahab and lodged there.” – Joshua 2:7
Courage in Gathering Information
Gathering information often requires courage and trust in God. The spies sent by Joshua were faced with daunting challenges, yet they bravely embarked on their mission. As we engage in our walks of faith, this courage reminds us that trusting God equips us to face any obstacles with confidence, just as the spies did.
Joshua 2:24
“And they said to Joshua, ‘Truly the Lord has given all the land into our hands, and also all the inhabitants of the land melt away because of us.'” – Joshua 2:24
Numbers 14:6
“And Joshua the son of Nun and Caleb the son of Jephunneh, who were among those who had spied out the land, tore their clothes…” – Numbers 14:6
Numbers 13:30
“But Caleb quieted the people before Moses and said, ‘Let us go up at once and occupy it, for we are well able to overcome it.'” – Numbers 13:30
1 Samuel 26:12
“So David took the spear and the jar of water from Saul’s head, and they went away. No one saw it or knew it, nor did any awake, for they were all asleep, because a deep sleep from the Lord had fallen upon them.” – 1 Samuel 26:12
James 1:5
“If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God, who gives generously to all without reproach, and it will be given to him.” – James 1:5
Trusting God’s Protection
As we explore and gather insights, it’s crucial to remember that God provides us with the protection we need. The spies entering Jericho were guided by their faith, knowing God was with them. This assurance helps us navigate our own uncertainties confidently.
Isaiah 41:10
“Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.” – Isaiah 41:10
Psalm 121:8
“The Lord will keep your going out and your coming in from this time forth and forevermore.” – Psalm 121:8
2 Thessalonians 3:3
“But the Lord is faithful. He will establish you and guard you against the evil one.” – 2 Thessalonians 3:3
Psalm 23:4
“Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me.” – Psalm 23:4
Proverbs 18:10
“The name of the Lord is a strong tower; the righteous man runs into it and is safe.” – Proverbs 18:10
The Role of Discernment
In our lives, discernment becomes important when we make decisions based on the information we gather. Just like the spies, we also need wisdom to navigate through the choices we encounter. The Bible provides us with guidance to discern the right paths and align them with God’s will.
Proverbs 3:5
“Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding.” – Proverbs 3:5
1 John 4:1
“Beloved, do not believe every spirit, but test the spirits to see whether they are from God.” – 1 John 4:1
Proverbs 2:3
“Yes, if you call out for insight and raise your voice for understanding.” – Proverbs 2:3
Philippians 1:9
“And it is my prayer that your love may abound more and more, with knowledge and all discernment.” – Philippians 1:9
Colossians 1:9
“And so, from the day we heard, we have not ceased to pray for you, asking that you may be filled with the knowledge of his will in all spiritual wisdom and understanding.” – Colossians 1:9
God’s Faithfulness to His Promises
Throughout our lives, we recognize God’s faithfulness to His promises, just as He was faithful to the Israelites. The courage of the spies and the trusting spirit of the people teaches us that we can rest assured knowing God will fulfill His commitments to us as we pursue His will.
Numbers 23:19
“God is not man, that he should lie, or a son of man, that he should change his mind. Has he said, and will he not do it? Or has he spoken, and will he not fulfill it?” – Numbers 23:19
Deuteronomy 7:9
“Know therefore that the Lord your God is God, the faithful God who keeps covenant and steadfast love with those who love him and keep his commandments