MPV Commentary

The Canaanites Afraid.

1 The kings of the Amorites who lived west of the Jordan River and all the kings of the Canaanites along the seacoast heard that the Lord had dried up the waters of the Jordan. This included both those living in the mountainous regions and those on the coast.

They were intimidated by this news, as their hearts melted with fear when they realized God was actively working against them. The drying up of the Jordan River, which they likely thought would provide a temporary barrier to protect them, instead served as an unmistakable sign that God was on the side of the Israelites. As a result, the native leaders were already beginning to lose their grip, their spirits crushed by this undeniable demonstration of divine power.