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Narrator (Paul Coltofianu) (5:21)

Warmth was returning to the breeze, and Moses leaned heavily on his staff, letting its touch soothe his face. Feeling restless, he walked beyond the camp to stretch his legs and calm his nerves. Spring was coming. A signal of change and a new beginning. He had watched Eleazar and the priests handle the census, efficiently calculating tribal allotments for the promised land. The competence of the new generation impressed him. They hardly needed him now. Moses found that unbidden, as if drawn by some force, his gaze kept returning to the mountaintop that loomed before their camp. It was the mount that stood between their camp and the land of Canaan. Mount Nebo.

Character Voices (e.g., Moses, Joshua, Sean Duffy) (6:13)

Is it time, Lord? Have I done enough?

Narrator (Paul Coltofianu) (6:21)

The warm breeze of the morning again tickled Moses face. He closed his eyes, leaned into its touch again, and waited for the Lord's response.

Character Voices (e.g., Moses, Joshua, Sean Duffy) (6:32)

Yes. Yes. The time is drawing near, Moses.

Narrator (Paul Coltofianu) (6:38)

The confirmation hit him like a wave. And with it came relief. Not quite acceptance, but at least the suspense of waiting had been lifted. With his eyes still closed, Moses took a deep breath and finally asked the question that had long tugged at his heart. Yet he had never been brave enough to utter aloud.

Character Voices (e.g., Moses, Joshua, Sean Duffy) (7:01)

Can I. Can I see it first? Yes.

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Relief bloomed into something akin to hope in Moses heart. He would set his eyes on the culmination of his life's mission. Before he passed from this mortal life, he would see the promised land.

Character Voices (e.g., Moses, Joshua, Sean Duffy) (7:23)

You will go up to the mountain range, to the mount called Nabo. And from there you will see the land I have given to the children of Israel. After you have seen it, you will be gathered to your people as Aaron was. You will not enter because of your rebellion at Kadesh, but you will see it. You will see the land I have given the Israelites to your people, for they have always been your people, as I have always been your God.

Narrator (Paul Coltofianu) (8:00)

There was something in the certainty and finality of the Lord's words that transformed the hope in Moses heart into the fruition of true acceptance. Somewhere along the way, Moses had started to mistake his mission for his identity. Because it was so tied up with his mission, he started to wonder if he only held value to the people as their leader. He even wondered the same about God. If he was no longer useful to anyone and he had failed at his mission, what did that say of his value? Why was he still living if he had outlived his purpose? But no. Just as he had been drawn out of the water and chosen all those years ago, he realized that had never stopped being true. He had been chosen. And not for anything he had done or would do. He was the Lord's. And the Lord had been there all along. Long before he asked Moses to save his people. God saved him. And what was more was that he had promised to be with him back on that first day in the fire. And it was just as true today. Moses had just lost sight of the truth. God asked Moses to save his people, not become their savior. Though it had taken a lifetime for him to believe it, he had become one of them at last. Who he was was quite simple. After all, he belonged to God. Moved by gratitude and compassion, Moses once more interceded for the people he loved to the God who loved them even more. Moses called on God's name, one that spoke to his intimate, discerning nature.

Character Voices (e.g., Moses, Joshua, Sean Duffy) (9:57)

You are the God of the spirits of all flesh. The God who gives breath to all and understands all people. My people will find themselves in rebellion again. They will surely fail. And Folder please appoint them a leader. Appoint them a leader who will understand their shortcomings and lead with a steady, faithful hand. One who, like your nature, knows the people according to their spirit. Someone who will go out before them so your people won't be like sheep without a shepherd.

Narrator (Paul Coltofianu) (10:51)

Moses again felt the comforting breeze and an unspoken affirmation in his heart. He also knew the name of who this leader should be, even before the Lord spoke.

Character Voices (e.g., Moses, Joshua, Sean Duffy) (11:03)

Joshua. Joshua, son of Nun.

Narrator (Paul Coltofianu) (11:08)

Of course, it had to be Joshua. There was no other.

Character Voices (e.g., Moses, Joshua, Sean Duffy) (11:14)

You will take Joshua before all the people. He will be standing before Eleazar, my high priest, and you will lay your hands upon him. And he too will possess my spirit to guide him. You will commission him before the people. All of Israel will see that your authority has been passed to him, and they will obey him.

Narrator (Paul Coltofianu) (11:38)

Moses beamed. Perhaps he had always known, or known on some level, that he had been preparing him for a time such as this.

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Character Voices (e.g., Moses, Joshua, Sean Duffy) (13:56)

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Narrator (Paul Coltofianu) (14:28)

Joshua received Moses summons around midday and hurried to his tent. When he entered, he found Moses alone and standing peacefully at attention. Joshua knew Moses better than he had ever known either of his parents, having served him for more than half his life. But he found Moses expression inscrutable, absolutely unreadable. He was pleased about something, but something more complex lurked under the surface.

Character Voices (e.g., Moses, Joshua, Sean Duffy) (14:59)

Joshua, my son, please come in and sit.

Narrator (Paul Coltofianu) (15:05)

Joshua sat where Moses gestured and waited patiently for Moses to sit across the low table. Moses did not join him, but instead served him wine and bread. Joshua did not quite know what to make of this formal gesture. Joshua made to stand and help him.

Character Voices (e.g., Moses, Joshua, Sean Duffy) (15:24)

Please, Moses, let me help you.

Narrator (Paul Coltofianu) (15:28)

Moses held out his hand and stopped him no.

Character Voices (e.g., Moses, Joshua, Sean Duffy) (15:32)

Allow me.

Narrator (Paul Coltofianu) (15:33)

Feeling rather awkward, Joshua waited while his 120 year old master, the leader of the nation of Israel, served him a simple meal.

Character Voices (e.g., Moses, Joshua, Sean Duffy) (15:44)

There is a story passed down from Abraham that the high priest and king of Salem once served wine and bread to Abraham. Can you imagine a king serving a wandering sheepherder a meal? But I suppose that's true leadership, isn't it? Serving.

Narrator (Paul Coltofianu) (16:12)

When Moses was done serving the food, he. He sat across from him, lifted his cup and gestured for Joshua to do the same to you.

Character Voices (e.g., Moses, Joshua, Sean Duffy) (16:22)

Joshua, thank you for your faithfulness. You have remained steadfast and loyal all these years. Stewarding the small tasks I gave you as well as the vast. Thank you, Moses. You've been kind to me.

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Me?

Character Voices (e.g., Moses, Joshua, Sean Duffy) (16:41)

It's an honor to serve you and the Lord.

Narrator (Paul Coltofianu) (16:43)

Moses inclined his head and both men drank. Moses was quiet for a moment. He clearly had more to say, but was unsure of how to say it. Joshua patiently waited.

Character Voices (e.g., Moses, Joshua, Sean Duffy) (16:58)

I have something to tell you, Joshua. Two things actually. Well, now that I've come to it, I. I'm not sure how to begin. It's all right, Lord.

Narrator (Paul Coltofianu) (17:12)

Moses.

Character Voices (e.g., Moses, Joshua, Sean Duffy) (17:13)

I will hear anything you want to tell me. I know you will. Joshua. Do you remember the day the Lord brought water out of the rock at Kadesh?

Narrator (Paul Coltofianu) (17:26)

Joshua's heart hammered. In his chest. A memory flared, urgent and persistent. The prophecy. Though he had tried to forget the words countless times and bury them deep under the depths of denial, the words from the prophecy from almost 40 years ago rang in his mind. A prophet had told him that he would lead the nation one day. Although Joshua paid little heed to the thought, he was too fiercely and presently devoted to Moses. Nor was Joshua a man driven by personal ambition for status. Joshua realized Moses was waiting for his acknowledgment. Breathless, he answered him.

Character Voices (e.g., Moses, Joshua, Sean Duffy) (18:09)

Yes. I remember. I. I disobeyed the Lord that day. I rebelled against our God. And because of this rebellion, I am not permitted to enter the promised land.

Narrator (Paul Coltofianu) (18:30)

Even as he said the words, Joshua realized the weight of what had been spoken to him. What he had known. What he had always known, but refused to accept. His face must have betrayed that truth because. Moses leaned over the table and peered deep into his eyes, searching.

Character Voices (e.g., Moses, Joshua, Sean Duffy) (18:51)

You knew

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Character Voices (e.g., Moses, Joshua, Sean Duffy) (18:57)

It doesn't matter.

Narrator (Paul Coltofianu) (18:59)

Relief flooded through Joshua. He didn't know how he would explain what he knew anyway. But then the gravity of Moses words hit him. He could not fathom the grief and devastation weighing on his Moses. He finally found his voice again and reached across the table to grasp Moses hand.

Character Voices (e.g., Moses, Joshua, Sean Duffy) (19:20)

I am so sorry, Moses. Moses I. I truly am. What will happen now?

Narrator (Paul Coltofianu) (19:26)

Moses placed his free hand on top of Joshua's and clasped it firmly. He held his gaze and nodded gently.

Character Voices (e.g., Moses, Joshua, Sean Duffy) (19:36)

Me? Of course you.

Narrator (Paul Coltofianu) (19:39)

Moses face broke into a genuine smile etched in pride. Joshua struggled to comprehend as he reeled at this revelation.

Character Voices (e.g., Moses, Joshua, Sean Duffy) (19:51)

Yes, Joshua, you will lead the Israelites. You will lead them into the promised land.

Narrator (Paul Coltofianu) (20:04)

At dawn the next day, all of Israel gathered to witness Joshua's commissioning. He stood before Eleazar and the entire priestly order. With the nation looking on the tabernacle and the towering cloud pillar, the presence of the Lord formed a majestic supernatural backdrop. Eliezer prayed a simple blessing over Joshua, who knelt before him. Moses heart swelled with pride as he envisioned the great things this humble and worthy man would accomplish for Israel in the service of the Lord.

Character Voices (e.g., Moses, Joshua, Sean Duffy) (20:44)

May the Lord bless you and protect you.

Narrator (Paul Coltofianu) (20:48)

Feeling prompted by the Lord, Moses stepped forward and laid his hands on Joshua as Eliezer continued to speak over him.

Character Voices (e.g., Moses, Joshua, Sean Duffy) (20:57)

May the Lord make his face to shine upon you.

Narrator (Paul Coltofianu) (21:02)

As soon as his hands touched Joshua's shoulders, Moses felt the overwhelming and undeniable stirring of the Lord. Moses did not look up, but he could sense that the witnesses could feel it as well. Moses added a quiet prayer of his own to his nephew's blessing.

Character Voices (e.g., Moses, Joshua, Sean Duffy) (21:22)

Yahweh, be with Joshua as you have been with me, and be gracious unto you, for you will not leave him or abandon him.

Narrator (Paul Coltofianu) (21:35)

May the Lord look with favor upon you.

Character Voices (e.g., Moses, Joshua, Sean Duffy) (21:38)

Have him not turn to the right or the left, and let not your law depart from his mouth and give you peace. Help him be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or discouraged, for you are with him wherever he goes. Amen.

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