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THE DEFEAT OF JERICHO… FROM THE ENEMY’S PERSPECTIVE. The discovery of Israel’s spies, who had come and gone from Jericho, caused much fear to come upon the people and their King. What would happen next? No one knew! So the king of Jericho ordered the gates to be shut and barred with timber. Citizens, farmers,Continue reading “7. THE BOOK OF JOSHUA”

THE REWARDS OF FAITH. Let’s look once more as the walls of Jericho come crumbling down under the Mighty Hand of God. THE FALL OF JERICHO. This conquest shows us how faith .. Works! Waits! and Wins! Faith ascertained the Will and the Word of the Lord. FAITH’S rule of action is to obey thatContinue reading “6. THE BOOK OF JOSHUA. The Victory of Faith.”

RAHAB’S. DELIVERANCE. JERICHO. Jericho was a high-walled city in the path that Israel had to journey. This city was impenetrable (meaning it was impossible to pass through or enter). Yet, Joshua was a mighty warrior of faith, and God had promised him success wherever his foot would tread. Israel crossed the Red Sea, dry-shod, andContinue reading “5. THE BOOK OF JOSHUA.”

VICTORY OVER JERICHO. In the book of Joshua, see Israel… 1. ENTERING THE LAND OF PROMISE! 2. OVERCOMING THEIR ENEMIES! 3. OCCUPYING THE LAND. This journey for Israel in the book of Joshua, as we have previously noticed, is called… THE VICTORY OF FAITH’ JOSHUA was commissioned by God to take the place of Moses,Continue reading “4. THE BOOK JOSHUA.”

THE VICTORY OF JOSHUA. There seem to be some contradictory statements concerning the taking of the land. In Chapter 11:23, we read that “JOSHUA TOOK THE WHOLE LAND ACCORDING TO ALL THE LORD SAID TO MOSES.” Yet in Chapter 13:1, God says, “There remains very much land to be possessed.” These are two aspects ofContinue reading “3. THE BOOK OF JOSHUA. Israel Takes the Land.”

ENTERING THE LAND. Remember that the key thought of the book of Joshua is .. THE VICTORY OF FAITH! GOD had called Joshua as the next leader of Israel, as Moses had died. Joshua’s name means “Jehovah our Saviour.” The key point to remember is that his commission was based on the Word of God.Continue reading “2. THE BOOK OF JOSHUA!”

THE PROMISED LAND. The first five books of Genesis lead Israel up to Canaan, and Joshua complements these by leading Israel into Canaan. The Author describes Israel’s SETTLEMENT IN CANAAN. This book covers twenty-five years and describes one of the most memorable conquests in History. The occupation of this small strip of land is scarcelyContinue reading “1. THE BOOK OF JOSHUA! THE PROMISED LAND.”

THE CENTRAL MESSAGE OF DEUTERONOMY. HOW FAITHFUL IS OUR GOD? Here are some scriptures that answer our question. Psalm 33:4. “For the Lord is Upright, and all His work is done in .. Faithfulness.” 1 Corinthians 1:9 “God is Faithful, by our Lord.” Hebrews 10:23. “Let us hold fast the confession of our hope withoutContinue reading “7. THE BOOK OF DEUTERONOMY. By”

THE COVENANTS. There are many covenants in the Bible. Today, we look at two offerings to Israel: the first Covenant, which Moses gave to Israel at Mt. Sinai. The second Covenant was given to the new generation of Israel at Moab. Obedience brought privilege, and disobedience brought penalties. And we know that Israel kept notContinue reading “6. THE BOOK OF DEUTERONOMY! The new Covenant.”

A PLACE AND A PERSON. The Old Testament emphasised a Place, and the New Testament emphasised a Person. In the O.T., there was one special place of Sacrifice and Worship of God’s Divine Presence, Please read Deut 12:10-14.”There shall be a PLACE where the Lord your God shall choose to cause His Name to dwellContinue reading “5. THE BOOK OF DEUTERONOMY!”