So the young man Joshua learned another lesson. He learned that even when the majority was totally against him, he had to be willing to stand with God. He had to resist his own people when they were wrong, even if it led to physical danger. In this case it did: “But all the congregation bade stone them with stones” (Num. 14:10). “Kill these two! Get them out of the way!” the majority cried out. The people did not kill Joshua and Caleb; nevertheless, Joshua learned to exhibit courage even in the midst
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