The first prophecy in Scripture is a prophecy of salvation to an enemy of God. . . . Joshua 2:14, 17-20.
Tag: Conquering Canaan
Canaan Conquered Completely – 10:28-12:24
"Our historian wants us to grasp beyond a shadow of a doubt that God is faithful; that His faithfulness is shown when He fights for His people; and that when He fights for His people, His victory is total and resistance is futile." . . . Joshua 10:28-12:24.
Two Days for the Night of One — 10:1-27
"Our historian gives us three different views of the same event so that we can rest securely in the faithfulness and greatness of our God." . . . Joshua 10:1-27.
The Faith of the Cursed — 9:1-27
Our historian wants us to know that God is gracious to those who approach Him in humble faith. . . . Joshua 9:1-27
“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.
What’s Your Sin Preference???
Thoughts on a favorite hymn: Come Thou Fount of Every Blessing.
Destroyed: You or Your Sin? – 8:1-29
our historian wants us to seek God alone for victory in our own lives. . . Joshua 8:1-29
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
Promise Fulfilled – 5:10-12
Our historian wants us to know that God is faithful to fulfill His promises and He shows it by connecting it to the Israelites flight from Egypt. . . Joshua 5:10-12
Cuttings and Contrasts – 5:2-9
our historian highlights God’s grace through several contrasts so that we would remember where we have come from as the people of God. . . Joshua 5:2-9