"Then they answered Joshua, 'Whatever you have commanded us we will do, and wherever you send us we will go. Just as we fully obeyed Moses, so we will obey you. Only may the Lord your God be with you as he was with Moses.'" — Joshua 1:16–17

What does it look like to stand strong in faith when others are depending on you? Joshua 1:16–17 shows the Israelites responding to Joshua with a commitment to follow his leadership and trust God's presence. Their words remind us that faith isn't only about personal courage—it also means being willing to support others, obey God, and move forward together when the path ahead is uncertain.

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Meet Today’s Host: Jennifer Slattery

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Jennifer Slattery is a national speaker, multi-published author, and founder of Wholly Loved Ministries. She’s passionate about helping believers live with bold faith, rooted in surrender to Christ’s purpose.

Jennifer co-hosts both Your Daily Bible Verse and Faith Over Fear, encouraging listeners to step into their God-given identity. Her teachings blend Scripture with personal insight to help others embrace God’s power over fear and move forward with confidence.

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Today's Bible Verse: "So Joshua ordered the officers of the people: 'Go through the camp and tell the people, “Get your provisions ready. Three days from now you will cross the Jordan here to go in and take possession of the land the Lord your God is giving you for your own.”' — Joshua 1:10–11

How do you take the first step when you don't feel ready? Joshua 1:10–11 reminds us that following God often means taking action before we feel completely prepared. Joshua instructed the Israelites to get ready to cross the Jordan and enter the Promised Land, trusting God's direction even though they couldn't see everything that was ahead.

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MEET YOUR HOST: Joy A. Williams is a writer and speaker who is amazed her first name became her life’s mission. As life happens in ways that baffle us or bring us joy, she loves exploring how those moments can bring us closer to God. She is a member of the “First 5” writing team at Proverbs 31 ministries. As a licensed minister, she serves as a teacher for the Women’s Bible Study and the Married Couples Ministry at her church.

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What if you could approach each day with greater courage, deeper faith, and a growing trust in God’s Word?

This September, Your Daily Bible Verse invites you to journey through the Book of Joshua with Courage for the Journey: Trusting God One Step at a Time, a 22-episode series designed to help you discover what it means to follow God through uncertainty, challenges, victories, and every step in between.

Courage for the Journey begins September 1 and continues throughout the month.

Every weekday, you’ll hear a daily Bible verse from Joshua and a message of encouragement to help you connect Scripture to your everyday life. As Joshua and God’s people learn to trust God’s presence and promises, we’ll discover how His Word can guide, strengthen, and encourage us on our own journeys of faith. The Book of Joshua emphasizes God's presence, faithfulness, courage, and the importance of trusting His Word.

Take the next step with us and discover how you can trust God’s Word one step at a time.

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Today's Bible Verse: "Jesus replied, 'They do not need to go away. You give them something to eat.'" — Matthew 14:16

What can the feeding of the 5,000 teach us about trusting God when our resources feel inadequate? Matthew 14:16 reveals that Jesus wasn't simply concerned with feeding a hungry crowd. He was teaching His disciples to trust Him when they couldn't see how a solution was possible. When faced with an overwhelming need and limited resources, Jesus told His disciples to step forward in faith.

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The Reverend Dr. Kyle Norman is the Rector of St. Paul’s Cathedral, located in Kamloops BC, Canada. He holds a doctorate in Spiritual formation and is a sought-after writer, speaker, and retreat leader. His writing can be found at Christianity.com, crosswalk.com, ibelieve.com, Renovare Canada, and many others. Rev. Norman has 20 years of pastoral experience, and his ministry focuses on helping people overcome times of spiritual discouragement.

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Today's Bible Verse: "Trust in the Lord forever, for the Lord, the Lord himself, is the Rock eternal." — Isaiah 26:4

What can you hold onto when life feels uncertain, overwhelming, or completely out of control? Isaiah 26:4 points us to God as our unchanging source of stability. When circumstances shift, plans fall apart, or the future feels uncertain, we can trust in the Lord because He is the eternal Rock.

Life will inevitably bring seasons that shake our confidence and test our faith. We may not always be able to control what happens around us, but we can choose where we place our trust. Unlike circumstances, people, or earthly security, God remains faithful and unchanging.

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MEET YOUR HOST: Grace Fox

Grace has published hundreds of articles and authored 10 books including the award-winning devotional, Finding Hope in Crisis: Devotions for Calm in Chaos. She’s a member of the “First 5” writing team for Proverbs 31 Ministries and a regular contributor to Guideposts’ Mornings with Jesus. Grace lives aboard a sailboat in Vancouver, British Columbia. Married in 1982, she and her husband celebrate three grown kids and eleven grandchildren.

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Today's Bible Verse: "Rejoice in hope, be patient in tribulation, be in constant prayer." — Romans 12:12

What should you do when you're going through hard times? Romans 12:12 gives three simple but powerful ways to respond: remain joyful in hope, practice patience through difficult circumstances, and stay faithful in prayer. These aren't quick fixes, but they provide a biblical foundation for navigating seasons of stress, uncertainty, and hardship.

Hard times can make it difficult to see beyond the present moment. Yet Christian hope reminds us that our circumstances don't have the final word. Patience helps us endure when answers don't come quickly, while prayer keeps us connected to the God who is with us through every season. When life feels overwhelming, these three practices can help anchor your heart in God's faithfulness.

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Meet Today’s Host: Reverend Jessica Van Roekel

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Rev. Jessica Van Roekel is a passionate Christian speaker, author, and worship pastor who shares how God brings beauty from brokenness. Her message centers on God’s power to rescue, restore, and renew, even after seasons of rejection or loss.

She is the author of Reframing Rejection: How Looking Through a Different Lens Changes Everything, a guide to seeing God’s purpose in life’s disappointments.

Jessica and her husband are raising a vibrant family, with two adult daughters, a college-aged son, and a high school daughter. You can explore her teachings, devotionals, and resources at WelcomeGrace.com.

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Today's Bible Verse: "But the wisdom that comes from heaven is first of all pure; then peace-loving, considerate, submissive, full of mercy and good fruit, impartial and sincere." — James 3:17

James 3:17 points us toward a practical answer: spiritual growth becomes visible in the way we live, respond, and treat others. God's wisdom produces a life marked by peace, humility, mercy, compassion, and sincerity—not simply more knowledge about the Bible.

Spiritual maturity isn't measured only by how much Scripture we know, but by how deeply God's truth is shaping our character. As we grow closer to Christ, His wisdom should increasingly influence our words, relationships, decisions, and responses to difficult situations.

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Meet Today’s Host: Carol Ogle McCracken

Carol Ogle McCracken is a dynamic Christian speaker, author, and Bible teacher known for her warmth, humor, and transparency. She brings biblical truths to life through real-world stories and relatable experiences—whether navigating alcohol recovery, parenting a child with special needs, or walking through divorce.

Today, she serves as Minister of Discipleship at her local church and shares God’s Word through women's retreats, conferences, and online devotionals. Her book, Wisdom: Where to Find It if You’ve Lost, Forgotten, or Never Had It, was released in 2020 and continues to encourage readers in their pursuit of godly wisdom.

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Today's Bible Verse: "Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight." — Proverbs 3:5–6

Are you tired of carrying every worry, decision, and responsibility on your own? Proverbs 3:5–6 offers a powerful reminder that trusting God means letting go of our need to understand and control everything. Instead of relying entirely on our own wisdom, we can surrender our plans, fears, and uncertainties to God and trust Him to guide our path.

Letting go doesn't mean giving up or ignoring our responsibilities. It means recognizing that we were never meant to carry everything alone. When we bring our concerns to God and trust His wisdom, we can find freedom from the pressure of having to figure everything out ourselves.

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Meet Today’s Host: Jennifer Dotzler

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Jennifer Dotzler is a passionate Bible teacher and disciple-maker with a heart for helping others grow in their faith. She brings together her love for Scripture and a practical, compassionate approach to encourage listeners through life’s highs and lows.

With a deep desire to see believers strengthened in truth and equipped to walk closely with Christ, Jennifer offers thoughtful, biblically grounded insight in every episode. She’s honored to be part of the Your Daily Bible Verse team, where she aims to inspire and uplift others with truth that transforms.

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