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After Joshua led the Israelites to conquer the land of Canaan, he began to divide the land among the tribes according to God's instructions. The descendants of Joseph, the tribe of Ephraim, received their inheritance by casting lots. Their territory extended from Jericho by the Jordan River to the Mediterranean Sea in the west. Their borders stretched from Bethel to Gezer, encompassing fertile mountains and valleys. However, the Ephraimites did not completely drive out the Canaanites who lived in Gezer, and these Canaanites remained among the Ephraimites, becoming forced laborers. This story teaches children that God keeps His promises and gives a beautiful homeland to His people, but if people do not fully obey God's commands, they will leave hidden dangers for the future.
Joseph's descendants received special care from Joshua and were given the most fertile land in the heart of Canaan. Joseph's extraordinary journey in Egypt—from slave to prime minister—along with his filial piety to his father and forgiveness of his brothers, became a source of blessing for his descendants. This reminds us that a God-fearing life not only stores up treasures for oneself, but can bring long-term blessings to future generations.
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