Read Genesis 49:19. Jacob foretold that a marauder band would raid Gad. More than two centuries later, the tribe of Gad came to occupy a land east of the Jordan River-a land that bordered many enemy nations. This location made the tribe vulnerable to attack. Yet, the Gadites want to dwell there because it provided suitable passage for their livestock. (Numbers 32:1, 5) The Gadites were evidently courageous people. More than that, they trusted that Jehovah would help them to defend their God-given land against any marauder band. They even sent their military forces away for years to help the other tribes conquer the rest of the Promised Land west of the Jordan. (Numbers 32:16-19) They trusted that Jehovah would protect their wives and children while the men were away. Jehovah blessed them for their courage and self-sacrifice. - JOSHUA 22:1-4.
Son
Gad
Pronouncement
"A marauder band will raid him." - GENESIS 49:19.
Fulfillment
Gad dwelt east of the Jodan, a location vulnerable to attack. - JOSHUA 13:24-28.
What can we learn? To serve Jehovah in the face of challenges, we must continue to trust in him. (Psalm 37:3) Many today show their trust in Jehovah by making sacrifices to support theocratic construction projects, to serve where the need is greater, or to care for other assignments. They do so because they are confident that Jehovah will always care for them. - PSALM 23:1.
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