Joshua was ready to take the Israelites into the Promise Land. This generation was born in the wilderness and had not experienced the spectacular Red Sea crossing. But they had to cross the Jordan River at Springtime when its banks were overflowing with melted snow. This time the priests had to step into the torrent while carrying the Ark of the Covenant on their shoulders. Only when their feet were in the raging waters did they roll back, and Joshua commanded the people: “Don’t be afraid! Follow the Ark! Follow the Presence of God!” Every Christian will face a