Tag: Scripture: Joshua 1

Listening vs. Hearing: Gideon and the Voice of God

What does the story of Gideon (Judges 6-8) teach us about hearing God's voice?

Operation Anaconda and Church Leadership

Church leaders that isolate themselves from their people--especially in the name of "knowing more" than them-- ultimately put their people in danger.

Be Sure Your Sin Will Find You Out

Your sin will always find you out, whether immediately, or sometime in the future. . . . Numbers 32:23.

Why Do I FEEL This Way?

God has given us emotions by which to enjoy Him and live up to our purpose in life. . . . various texts.

Primary Prophetic Prophecy

The first prophecy in Scripture is a prophecy of salvation to an enemy of God. . . . Joshua 2:14, 17-20.

“This Book of the Law Shall Not Depart” — 8:30-35

Our historian wants us to know that "the right of possessing the promised land is tied to the proclamation of, and subjection to, God’s covenant claims upon his people.” . . . Joshua 8:30-35.

Nipping it in the Bud — 7:1-26

our historian seeks to show just how dangerous even one individual’s “hidden” sin is to any group of people. . . Joshua 7:1-26

“The Walls Came Tumbling Down” – 6:1-27

Do you struggle with sin?
. . . Our historian wants us to know that when we trust God completely, His victory will be total. . . . Joshua 6:1-27

The Commander of the Conquest – 5:13-15

What our historian wants us to see today is that God calls those who would lead His people to be humble and obedient followers of Him so that they can be assured of His presence with them. . . Joshua 5:13-15

Across, Rocks, and the Cross – 4:1-5:1

"In our passage today, our historian wants us to pause and reflect even longer about just how powerful and faithful God is." . . . Joshua 4:1-5:1