Joshua 2:13
Meaning, cross-references, and a prayer for Joshua 2:13 — by Collins Asein
Quick Summary
Joshua 2:13 is a verse from the book of Joshua in the Old Testament. The NIV reads: "that you will spare my father and mother, my brothers and sisters, and all who belong to them—and that you will save us ..." Below you will find the full verse text, cross-references, meaning, and a prayer based on this scripture.
Joshua 2:13 — NIV
“that you will spare my father and mother, my brothers and sisters, and all who belong to them—and that you will save us from death.””
— Joshua 2:13 (NIV)
Cross-References for Joshua 2:13
““Now then, please swear to me by the Lord that you will show kindness to my family, because I have shown kindness to you.”
Immediately preceding context, setting up the request for protection.
““Our lives for your lives!” the men assured her. “If you don’t tell what we are doing, we will treat you kindly and faithfully when the Lord gives us the land.””
Immediately following context; reciprocal promise of protection.
“They replied, “Believe in the Lord Jesus, and you will be saved—you and your household.””
Shares theme of salvation extending to a household.
“By faith the prostitute Rahab, because she welcomed the spies, was not killed with those who were disobedient.”
Refers to Rahab's faith and salvation, providing context for her actions.
“But Joshua spared Rahab the prostitute, with her family and all who belonged to her, because she hid the men Joshua had sent as spies to Jericho, and she lives among the Israelites to this day.”
Fulfillment of the promise to spare Rahab and her family.
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