The Twelve Spies

One of each tribe was chosen To inspect the Promised Land. Moses bade them to see the country, Promised to them by God’s hand. They took forty days to inspect The land from South to North; Found the soil very fertile Large clusters of grapes brought forth. The people of Israel listened intently and were told, The land was filled with beauty and fertility But the cities were great and walled. Ten of the twelve spies spoke of futility; They said the giants, the Sons of Anak Could not possibly be defeated. Joshua and Caleb didn’t agree; Believed they’d win with God supported These ten spies accused the leaders Of deceiving all the chosen; Felt the Promised Land To the Cananites was frozen. Didn’t have the faith in God To carry out what He’d planned. Chose forty years in the wilderness Instead of the Promised Land. Sometimes we do just the same As these ten doubting spies; Fail to claim God’s promises; Upon His mighty power rely. Copyright © Maureen LeFanue 2007-2011 www.maureenlefanue.com