the Chosen People

Episode 120

The Northern Kings

Joshua faces the might of northern kings, but victory comes through faith, not force.

What defines your strength—your resources or your reliance on God? In Joshua 11, a massive alliance of northern kings comes together to defeat Israel. Outnumbered and outmatched, Joshua could have given in to fear. But God had already promised victory. Instead of panicking, Joshua moved forward in obedience, trusting that faith—not military might—would win the battle. This story reminds us that being faithful in the fight is more important than having the most resources. Whether we’re managing family, work, or our own battles of self-doubt, it’s our consistency and trust in God that matter most. Faithfulness in small things—like showing up, keeping your word, praying without seeing results—prepares us for bigger victories. God doesn’t need numbers or chariots; He needs hearts that won’t quit.

AUTHOR

Yael Eckstein

As President and CEO of The Fellowship, Yael Eckstein oversees all ministry programs and serves as the international spokesperson. Prior to assuming her present role, Yael served as Global Executive Vice President, Senior Vice President, and Director of Program Development and Ministry Outreach. With over a decade of non-profit experience in multiple roles, Yael has the rare distinction of being a woman leading one of the world’s largest religious charitable organizations.