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What is the difference between legalism and righteousness? Are we living by God's standards? Are we imposing them on others? Do we allow others to have their own beliefs, or do we impose ours on them?

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This week's talk is an exhortation given at the Tea Tree Gully Ecclesia on August 3, 2025, by Brother Steve McGeroge, titled "The Gibeonites."We hope this strengthens your Faith and brightens your day!Thank you for listening, God bless, and talk to you next week.Send talk suggestions or comments to: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠GoodChristadelphianTalks@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠For Show Notes, visit our website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠GoodChristadelphianTalks.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Social Media: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram

I had so much fun recording this episode! It's a new story for me which is always enjoyable. The story takes place right after the fall of Jericho (the episode titled "Rahab and the Scarlet Rope"). Joshua and the Israelites are up against Ai. (If I'm pronouncing Ai wrong, I sincerely apologize! It was the one I found when I searched that seemed the most accurate.) Someone is disobedient. And the Gibeonites are scared to death of the Israelites so they take drastic measures.We are reading Joshua 7 through 9 (NIV).If you have been blessed by this podcast and would like toshow your support with a $1 donation, please go to paypal.me/hcharltoncrespin. For Venmo, please use @Heather-C-Crespin. 10% of any donations I receive goes tothe church. Don't forget to Like and Subscribe on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/@BedtimeBibleStoriesforAdults 15% off ClevrBlends Sleeptime Latte: https://www.clevrblends.com/discount/BLONDE15?rfsn=6713548.9b6046f Cozy Earth Bamboo Pajamas and Loungewear 20% off! Use code:HEATHERChttps://cozyearth.com/heatherc

Overcoming condemnation- Although it was a mistake, Joshua honored the covenant Israel made with the Gibeonites and gave them a place to serve. Has your sin left a cloud of condemnation hanging over you? Let God use your failure and turn it into a servant for His purposes.

Joshua and all the leadership of Israel were deceived by the men known as the Gibeonites. There is much to learn from this event God has preserved in His Word.

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Powerful lessons from looking at the Gibeonites, the five kings, and Joshua's bold prayer.

Theme: Covenant Renewal and the Danger of Compromise Pastor Matthew continued the Joshua series, focusing on Joshua chapters 9 and 10—the story of the Gibeonite deception and Israel's response. The message explored how deception, presumption, and failure to seek God's direction lead to spiritual compromise, but also how God's mercy and power still prevail through covenant faithfulness. The Gibeonite Deception (Joshua 9) After the miraculous victories at Jericho and Ai, news spread throughout Canaan about Israel's power under God's command. While other kings prepared for war, the Gibeonites chose deception: they disguised themselves as distant travelers, wearing old clothes and carrying moldy bread to make Israel believe they came from far away. “The devil doesn't always come at you head-on. Sometimes he comes dressed as something harmless, familiar, or even friendly.” Israel's leaders failed to consult the Lord before making a covenant with them. “They examined the evidence but didn't pray. That's where the failure happened.” Lesson: “Not everything that looks right is right. When you stop seeking God's counsel, you open yourself up to deception.” The Power and Permanence of Covenant Once the truth was revealed—that the Gibeonites were local inhabitants—Israel wanted to destroy them, but Joshua refused, because they had sworn an oath before the Lord. “You don't break covenant just because it's inconvenient. When you give your word before God, He expects you to honor it.” Joshua made the Gibeonites servants in the house of God, cutting wood and drawing water for the altar. “Even in discipline, God gives a place of grace. The Gibeonites ended up serving in the temple—better to be a servant in God's house than a warrior outside of it.” Application: Keep your word, integrity matters. God honors covenant even when we fail to discern perfectly. His mercy can redeem our mistakes and bring them into His purpose. Spiritual Warning — The Cost of Presumption Pastor reminded that Israel's misstep came not from rebellion but assumption: “They assumed they knew what to do because it looked obvious. But assumption is the enemy of revelation.” He linked this to modern believers: People presume God's approval because of success or blessing. Churches presume direction because of tradition. “We don't pray about things anymore because we think we already know the answer. That's dangerous ground.” Joshua 10 — When the Enemy Attacks Your Covenant Five Amorite kings formed an alliance to destroy Gibeon for aligning with Israel. The Gibeonites cried out to Joshua for help—and Joshua honored the covenant, marching all night from Gilgal to defend them. “When you make covenant before God, He'll expect you to keep it even when it costs you sleep, comfort, or convenience.” God honored Joshua's obedience with supernatural victory: The enemy was thrown into confusion. Large hailstones fell from heaven, killing more than the sword. The sun stood still over Gibeon as Joshua prayed for extended daylight. “When you honor covenant, God honors you. Heaven will move time itself to fulfill His word through a faithful servant.” The Sun Stands Still — God's Power in Partnership Pastor emphasized that God didn't act until Joshua spoke in faith: “The miracle didn't happen until Joshua opened his mouth. Faith is voice-activated.” This battle revealed divine partnership—God works through people who trust His covenant and speak His promises. “God didn't tell Joshua to pray for the sun to stand still—he just believed big enough to ask. That's faith that moves creation.” Application: Don't wait for the perfect conditions to believe in miracles. When you walk in covenant obedience, heaven backs your faith. God Finishes What He Starts Joshua captured the five kings and had them brought before Israel. He instructed his commanders to place their feet on the necks of the defeated kings. “That's a picture of what Christ does through us. He lets us stand in His victory.” Pastor tied this to Romans 16:20: “The God of peace will soon crush Satan under your feet.” Spiritual Principle: “God gives you victory not just to end a battle—but to establish dominion. When you stand in covenant authority, the enemy is beneath your feet.” Closing Reflections Never stop seeking God's direction, even after victories. Keep covenant—your word matters to heaven. Faith speaks boldly—God moves through the believing voice. Victory comes through obedience, not shortcuts. Don't mistake mercy for approval—learn from Gibeon's deception but walk in Joshua's faith. Bro. Matthew concluded with a call to vigilance and worship: “We're living in days of deception. Don't trust what looks right—trust what God says. Stay prayed up, stay in the Word, and you'll see the sun stand still in your life too.”

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Send us a textNews of Israel's victories spreads, and the people of Gibeon hatch a sneaky plan: they dress in worn-out clothes, carry crumbly bread, and pretend to be from far away so Joshua will make peace with them. The leaders look at the evidence, taste the bread—and forget to pray. Three days later, they discover the truth. Because they had promised safety, Israel keeps its word, and the Gibeonites become woodcutters and water carriers for God's house. This story teaches discernment, the importance of asking God for guidance, and why keeping our promises matters. Talk about it:Why did the Gibeonites pretend to be from a faraway country?What important step did Joshua and the leaders forget?Why did Israel keep its promise even after learning the truth?What jobs did the Gibeonites do afterward, and what can we learn from that?Visit our website: kathyskidsstorytime.orgWe'd love to hear from you.To reach us quickly, click the “Send us a text” link at the top of the episode description.Or write to us by mail:Kathy's Kids StorytimePO Box 44270Charlotte, NC 28215-0043

10 November 2025 Daily Devotion: “The Dangers of Deception" Joshua 9:14 New International Version 14 The Israelites sampled their provisions but did not inquire of the Lord. In Joshua 9:14, the Israelites make a significant error when they "did not inquire of the Lord" before making a treaty with the Gibeonites. This verse teaches us a valuable lesson about the importance of seeking God's guidance in our decisions. When faced with choices, it's easy to rely on our own understanding. However, just as the Israelites found themselves deceived because they did not ask for God'sdirection, we, too, can find ourselves in situations that could have been avoided. To live wisely, we should seek God's wisdom through prayer and reflection. Proverbs 3:5-6 encourages us: "Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight." In moments of uncertainty, remember Joshua 9:14 and take time to inquire of the Lord. Doing so invites His guidance and peace into your life. Find comfort in knowing God is always ready to lead you. 

The Gibeonites got out from under the law, and under a new covenant that they were not worthy of.

The Gibeonites got out from under law, and into under a new covenant that they were not worthy of.

Free Choice | The Spiritual Implications of Defiance | 10 29 2025

Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. (Proverbs 3:5) *1/ Why we should trust in the LORD. 2/ Why we should **not** lean to our own understanding. 3/ What are we to trust him for and how is that trust evidenced?* *This sermon was preached via Zoom to Providence Chapel Northampton.* **Sermon Summary:** The sermon centers on the imperative to trust God completely, as commanded in Proverbs 3:5, emphasizing that true faith involves trusting in the LORD with all our heart, rejecting self-reliance in favour of divine sovereignty. It argues that God is worthy of trust because of His eternal purpose, infinite knowledge, sovereign power, and unchanging love, all of which are demonstrated throughout Scripture—from the covenant with Abraham to the redemptive plan fulfilled in Christ. The sermon warns against relying on human understanding, which is limited, fallible, and prone to deception, using examples like the Gibeonites and the Israelites' misjudgement to illustrate the dangers of self-trust. Ultimately, genuine trust is evidenced not in passive resignation but in active obedience: seeking salvation through Christ, pursuing spiritual growth, engaging in prayer and the means of grace, and making decisions aligned with Scripture, providence, and a willing heart, all while relying on God's guidance in every area of life.

Gibeon lies in the Saddle of Benjamin astride the north- south ridge route as well as the east-west route from the Jordan Valley to the coastal plain. It was a major city in a very strategic location. After the destruction of Ai, the Gibeonites knew that they were next and so planned a deception to get Israel to make a covenant and spare them from destruction. Once that covenant was made, the southern Canaanite kings attacked Gibeon forcing Israel to defend it.

This powerful message confronts a profound question that many of us face: Are we trying to make faith do something that wisdom was designed to accomplish? Drawing from the story of Joshua and the Gibeonites in Joshua 9, we discover how Israel's leaders made a critical covenant without consulting the Lord. They examined the physical evidence—worn-out clothes, moldy bread, convincing stories—but failed to seek God's wisdom. This ancient mistake mirrors our modern tendency to trust our eyes, emotions, and the loudest voices around us rather than pausing to hear from God. Yet here's the redemptive beauty: God doesn't waste our wrong turns. Four hundred years after this deceptive treaty, Solomon went to Gibeon—the very place symbolizing Israel's lack of discernment—and there he asked God for a hearing heart. The place of past failure became the location of divine encounter. This teaches us that our messes can become meeting places with God. We learn that the opposite of anxiety isn't just peace—it's order. When we bring God's order into our chaos, we find the breakthrough we've been seeking. The message challenges us to access God's mind through seven pathways: the written Word, specific prayers, the gifts of the Spirit, worship, praying in the Spirit, testimonies, and godly counsel. Faith isn't about having more—it's about feeding what we already have and removing the knots that prevent us from drawing deeper from God's well of promises.

A ragged caravan, cracked wineskins, and a story that won't let go: Joshua 9 shows what happens when clever deception meets unprayed decisions. We walk through the Gibeonite ruse, the leaders' oath, and the shocking part—God holds Israel to a promise they never should have made. From there we map a crucial framework most of us feel but rarely name: the difference between a promise, a contract, and a covenant. One rests on honesty, one on justice, and one on relationship. To anchor it, we revisit God's covenant with Abraham—God alone walking between the pieces—and see how that grace explains both the cross and our call to be people whose yes means yes.The conversation turns practical fast. Israel discovers the lie within three days but refuses revenge because they swore before the Lord. Centuries later, a famine exposes Saul's breach of that same covenant, proving that words echo across generations. We explore how this tension lands in modern life: marriage vows as a Spirit-sealed covenant, church membership as a pledge of spiritual family, and everyday commitments that shape character. Integrity is costly, but it can be worship—a way to honor God when keeping your word hurts more than breaking it. We offer concrete counsel on praying before you sign, inviting wise voices into big decisions, and guarding your speech so your future isn't mortgaged by hasty promises.If you're craving a deeper, sturdier view of commitment—rooted in Scripture, honest about pain, and rich with hope—this one will steady your steps. Listen, reflect, and share with someone who needs courage to keep a hard promise today. If this helped you, follow the show, leave a review, and tell a friend what stood out most. If you want to learn more about the MidTree story or connect with us, go to our website HERE or text us at 812-MID-TREE.

God sees through even the most clever of disguises, and loves us still. He proves time and time again that His mercy is more. -- QUESTIONS FOR REFLECTION & DISCUSSION What disguises do we tend to wear—spiritually, emotionally, or socially—to hide our fears or failures, and what would it look like to trust God enough to take them off? Why do you think God chose to defend the Gibeonites even though they came to Him through deception? What does that reveal about His character and His mercy? How does knowing that God's promises stand (even when we fail) challenge or encourage the way you keep your own word to others?

When we seek not the wisdom of God: I. We are easily deceived. II. We are confronted with dilemmas regarding our faithfulness. III. We live with the consequences of our sin. But all the more God's grace abounds and even uses our sin for His own glory and our ultimate good.

The revolt of Sheba is put down via Joab, who recovers his old post. The injustice to the Gibeonites responsible for a 3 year famine. Some mighty men and their conquests. David the psalmist.

Today, we're going to be considering one of the most remarkable occurrences in all the Bible.  It happened on a day when an ordinary man asked an extraordinary God for a miracle of the highest order. He asked for the sun to stand still. And it did!In Joshua 10, Joshua and his troops marched all night to come to the aid of their allies, the Gibeonites. A coalition of five kings had marched against Gibeon, seeking to take control of this strategic location before Joshua could occupy it. But Joshua's move surprised the enemy, the Lord threw them into confusion, and the rout was on. However, as night approached, Joshua realized they were running out of time. If these armies escaped to their walled cities, he would have to conquer them one by one, a process that would cost him time and men. So, he offered a shamelessly audacious prayer.  He asked God to make the sun stand still.And, amazingly, God did. Given the extra daylight, the Israelite victory became complete, and the door to southern Canaan was pushed wide open.How this miracle happened, I don't know. But one thing I do know is that if you grant me God, ANYTHING is possible!If you have the audacity to ask, God has the ability to respond.We all face difficult situations that appear to be impossible. It may be financial, emotional, relational, or physical. Whatever it is, God is bigger, and if God is with you in that thing, there is still hope.If the size of your need is too big for you, it's just the right size for God. Prayer is what moved the hand of God.  Prayer was what won the battle. But often we don't see God move like He could or may want to, because we don't ask. (Jms. 4:2) Maybe we don't ask because we're afraid of being disappointed. Or we don't think we matter enough to God to ask big. We can ask for small stuff, but the really big stuff? Yet your prayers matter more than we could ever imagine! And through those prayers, the impossible can happen.God can do more in a moment in time than I can do in a lifetime of effort. Prayer doesn't take the place of action. Joshua still had to fight! But because he prayed first, God moved. While we have every right to pray “sun, stand still” prayers, there are times that the answer isn't what we'd hoped for.  God is not some cosmic genie, and prayer is not some lamp that we can rub to get our three wishes.He is still sovereign, and He still has the last word, and that word may be “no” or “not yet.”Even if the sun doesn't stand still in your situation, the sun can stand still through your situation.God can use your faith and persistence for His glory every bit as much as a miracle.Text: Joshua 10Originally recorded on October 23, 2016, at Fellowship Missionary Church, Fort Wayne, IN 

With word of God's power spreading across the land, one group of people realize they are in trouble. The Gibeonites knew Israel could not be defeated and created a deceptive plan to preserve their family. Join us as we address several aspects of following God when times are good including walking by faith and trusting God's promises.

Remember the Gibeonites? Come Bible Study WITH ME through 2 Samuel 23 and ask all the questions!

Surprised by Grace — Review of Lesson #2 of the 4th Quarter of 2025 -The Sabbath School Lesson study guide can be found here:— https://ssnet.org/lessons/25d/less02.html— https://www.adultbiblestudyguide.org/archives— https://sabbath-school.adventech.io/enThe title of this quarter's theme is: Second Chances: The Book of JoshuaFor the next 13 weeks (October to December 2025), we will look at the transition from Moses to Joshua and the visible leader of Israel, who leads the Children of Israel into the Promised Land.Related Podcasts:— The Law and Grace— Obedience is the Consequence, not the Cause— Fear Not — For I am With Thee— We are Well Able to Overcome— Persistent and Consistent — Prayer LifeRelated Podcasts at TrueWisdom:— Rahab makes a change— Consulting God— The Reproach of Egypt— The Battle is the Lord's— Grace, Grace, and More Grace— The People RebelledText UsSupport the showSend questions or comments to: BibleQuestions@ASBzone.comThe Key Principles of Effective Bible Study is a resource which outlines core concepts shown in the Scriptures that will help you to better understand many Biblical themes and doctrines. We have an extended, 24-part podcast series on these principles, and a condensed, 9-part series called God's Precious Word, that is based on the same resource. We also recommend that you check out the True Wisdom podcast which I co-host with Robert Baker -- a different format for Bible Study. Finally, check out these awesome Bible Maps! We pray that all of these resources will be very helpful to you in your Bible Studies.

Remember the Gibeonites? Come Bible Study WITH ME through 2 Samuel 22 and ask all the questions!

Come Bible Study WITH ME through 2 Samuel 21 and ask all the questions!

Have you ever told a lie? When I was a child, lying came very easily, in fact, it became a bad habit. I discovered that I could look someone in the eye and tell them a lie with ease. But as I got older, I realized how wrong that was and I asked God for help! And He helped me! Now I feel HORRIBLE if I tell even something that is slightly misleading. Our lesson this week is about a whole city who told a lie, and we will find out what happened when it was discovered that they were lying!Year A Quarter 4 Week 39All Bible verses are from the NKJVHymn: He Leadeth MeWrite to Ms. Katie: seedpod@startingwithjesus.comKatie's Korner: https://startingwithjesus.com/katies-korner/Find the Lessons Here:Kindergarten https://bit.ly/SeedPodKLessonsPrimary https://bit.ly/SeedPodPLessonsConnect with Us:Website: https://startingwithjesus.comStarting With Jesus - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/StartingWithJesusSeedPod - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCvU2FBPEL5-Zi2QW0STVLgInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/startingwithjesusFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/startingwithjesusAcknowledgments:Bible Readings this week: HannahPodcast Producer: Katie ChitwoodSound Engineer: Dillon AustinMy Bible First, https://bit.ly/SeedPodLesson for use of their Bible Lesson curriculum.AudioVerse, https://www.audioverse.org/ for partnering with us and supporting our ministry.Lindsey Mills, for writing and performing our SeedPod Kids Theme Song & Background Music.To learn more about her music or to get her CD, email her: lindsey@startingwithjesus.com 

Have you ever told a lie? When I was a child, lying came very easily, in fact, it became a bad habit. I discovered that I could look someone in the eye and tell them a lie with ease. But as I got older, I realized how wrong that was and I asked God for help! And He helped me! Now I feel HORRIBLE if I tell even something that is slightly misleading. Our lesson this week is about a whole city who told a lie, and we will find out what happened when it was discovered that they were lying!Year A Quarter 4 Week 39All Bible verses are from the NKJVHymn: He Leadeth MeWrite to Ms. Katie: seedpod@startingwithjesus.comKatie's Korner: https://startingwithjesus.com/katies-korner/Find the Lessons Here:Kindergarten https://bit.ly/SeedPodKLessonsPrimary https://bit.ly/SeedPodPLessonsConnect with Us:Website: https://startingwithjesus.comStarting With Jesus - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/StartingWithJesusSeedPod - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCvU2FBPEL5-Zi2QW0STVLgInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/startingwithjesusFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/startingwithjesusAcknowledgments:Bible Readings this week: HannahPodcast Producer: Katie ChitwoodSound Engineer: Dillon AustinMy Bible First, https://bit.ly/SeedPodLesson for use of their Bible Lesson curriculum.AudioVerse, https://www.audioverse.org/ for partnering with us and supporting our ministry.Lindsey Mills, for writing and performing our SeedPod Kids Theme Song & Background Music.To learn more about her music or to get her CD, email her: lindsey@startingwithjesus.com 

Have you ever told a lie? When I was a child, lying came very easily, in fact, it became a bad habit. I discovered that I could look someone in the eye and tell them a lie with ease. But as I got older, I realized how wrong that was and I asked God for help! And He helped me! Now I feel HORRIBLE if I tell even something that is slightly misleading. Our lesson this week is about a whole city who told a lie, and we will find out what happened when it was discovered that they were lying!Year A Quarter 4 Week 39All Bible verses are from the NKJVHymn: He Leadeth MeWrite to Ms. Katie: seedpod@startingwithjesus.comKatie's Korner: https://startingwithjesus.com/katies-korner/Find the Lessons Here:Kindergarten https://bit.ly/SeedPodKLessonsPrimary https://bit.ly/SeedPodPLessonsConnect with Us:Website: https://startingwithjesus.comStarting With Jesus - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/StartingWithJesusSeedPod - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCvU2FBPEL5-Zi2QW0STVLgInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/startingwithjesusFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/startingwithjesusAcknowledgments:Bible Readings this week: HannahPodcast Producer: Katie ChitwoodSound Engineer: Dillon AustinMy Bible First, https://bit.ly/SeedPodLesson for use of their Bible Lesson curriculum.AudioVerse, https://www.audioverse.org/ for partnering with us and supporting our ministry.Lindsey Mills, for writing and performing our SeedPod Kids Theme Song & Background Music.To learn more about her music or to get her CD, email her: lindsey@startingwithjesus.com 

This chapter highlights David avenging the Gibeonites.

Have you ever told a lie? When I was a child, lying came very easily, in fact, it became a bad habit. I discovered that I could look someone in the eye and tell them a lie with ease. But as I got older, I realized how wrong that was and I asked God for help! And He helped me! Now I feel HORRIBLE if I tell even something that is slightly misleading. Our lesson this week is about a whole city who told a lie, and we will find out what happened when it was discovered that they were lying!Year A Quarter 4 Week 39All Bible verses are from the NKJVHymn: He Leadeth MeWrite to Ms. Katie: seedpod@startingwithjesus.comKatie's Korner: https://startingwithjesus.com/katies-korner/Find the Lessons Here:Kindergarten https://bit.ly/SeedPodKLessonsPrimary https://bit.ly/SeedPodPLessonsConnect with Us:Website: https://startingwithjesus.comStarting With Jesus - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/StartingWithJesusSeedPod - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCvU2FBPEL5-Zi2QW0STVLgInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/startingwithjesusFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/startingwithjesusAcknowledgments:Bible Readings this week: HannahPodcast Producer: Katie ChitwoodSound Engineer: Dillon AustinMy Bible First, https://bit.ly/SeedPodLesson for use of their Bible Lesson curriculum.AudioVerse, https://www.audioverse.org/ for partnering with us and supporting our ministry.Lindsey Mills, for writing and performing our SeedPod Kids Theme Song & Background Music.To learn more about her music or to get her CD, email her: lindsey@startingwithjesus.com 

Gibeonites and Goliaths, Adam Kohlstrom by CSBC

Have you ever told a lie? When I was a child, lying came very easily, in fact, it became a bad habit. I discovered that I could look someone in the eye and tell them a lie with ease. But as I got older, I realized how wrong that was and I asked God for help! And He helped me! Now I feel HORRIBLE if I tell even something that is slightly misleading. Our lesson this week is about a whole city who told a lie, and we will find out what happened when it was discovered that they were lying!Year A Quarter 4 Week 39All Bible verses are from the NKJVHymn: He Leadeth MeWrite to Ms. Katie: seedpod@startingwithjesus.comKatie's Korner: https://startingwithjesus.com/katies-korner/Find the Lessons Here:Kindergarten https://bit.ly/SeedPodKLessonsPrimary https://bit.ly/SeedPodPLessonsConnect with Us:Website: https://startingwithjesus.comStarting With Jesus - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/StartingWithJesusSeedPod - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCvU2FBPEL5-Zi2QW0STVLgInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/startingwithjesusFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/startingwithjesusAcknowledgments:Bible Readings this week: HannahPodcast Producer: Katie ChitwoodSound Engineer: Dillon AustinMy Bible First, https://bit.ly/SeedPodLesson for use of their Bible Lesson curriculum.AudioVerse, https://www.audioverse.org/ for partnering with us and supporting our ministry.Lindsey Mills, for writing and performing our SeedPod Kids Theme Song & Background Music.To learn more about her music or to get her CD, email her: lindsey@startingwithjesus.com 

Have you ever told a lie? When I was a child, lying came very easily, in fact, it became a bad habit. I discovered that I could look someone in the eye and tell them a lie with ease. But as I got older, I realized how wrong that was and I asked God for help! And He helped me! Now I feel HORRIBLE if I tell even something that is slightly misleading. Our lesson this week is about a whole city who told a lie, and we will find out what happened when it was discovered that they were lying!Year A Quarter 4 Week 39All Bible verses are from the NKJVHymn: He Leadeth MeWrite to Ms. Katie: seedpod@startingwithjesus.comKatie's Korner: https://startingwithjesus.com/katies-korner/Find the Lessons Here:Kindergarten https://bit.ly/SeedPodKLessonsPrimary https://bit.ly/SeedPodPLessonsConnect with Us:Website: https://startingwithjesus.comStarting With Jesus - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/StartingWithJesusSeedPod - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCvU2FBPEL5-Zi2QW0STVLgInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/startingwithjesusFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/startingwithjesusAcknowledgments:Bible Readings this week: HannahPodcast Producer: Katie ChitwoodSound Engineer: Dillon AustinMy Bible First, https://bit.ly/SeedPodLesson for use of their Bible Lesson curriculum.AudioVerse, https://www.audioverse.org/ for partnering with us and supporting our ministry.Lindsey Mills, for writing and performing our SeedPod Kids Theme Song & Background Music.To learn more about her music or to get her CD, email her: lindsey@startingwithjesus.com 

From Woodchoppers to Kings: How the Torah's Radical Covenant Redefined Ancient Politics In this episode we're diving into the radical inclusivity of the covenant in Parashat Nitzavim. From princes to woodchoppers, everyone is called to stand before God. But there's more to this than meets the eye. We explore how the rabbis upped the ante, suggesting these "woodchoppers and water carriers" might have been outsiders or even forbidden Canaanites. This covenant wasn't just inclusive - it was pushing boundaries. Key Takeaways Radical Inclusion: The covenant encompasses everyone, from leaders to strangers, even those not yet born. It's a deliberate expansion of who "belongs." Divine Democracy: By making God the sole sovereign, the covenant undermines human hierarchies. It's a blueprint for egalitarian society. Movement Dynamics: The text reveals an evolving community, with various motivations for joining. It challenges our notions of purity and belonging. Timestamps [00:00] The first “We the People” — long before Jefferson [01:20] Who were the wood choppers and water carriers? [03:10] Covenant as a new movement before entering the land [05:30] Outsiders joining Israel — sincere converts or cunning opportunists? [07:45] Commentaries on inclusion, agency, and social hierarchy [10:00] The mixed multitude and converts of convenience [12:45] Are menial roles punishment or sacred service? [14:20] Radical responsibility — why every member matters [20:10] Joshua and the Gibeonites: deception, covenant, and consequences [28:15] Covenant as political revolution — God as king, no man as master Links & Learnings Sign up for free and get more from our weekly newsletter https://madlik.com/ Safaria Source Sheet: https://www.sefaria.org/sheets/675947 Transcript here: https://madlik.substack.com/  

As Israel gains ground in the Promised Land, the surrounding nations grow desperate. In Joshua 9, the Gibeonites use deception to secure a treaty with Israel—and God's people are caught off guard because they fail to seek God's direction. On this episode of the Bible Savvy Podcast, the team unpacks what this story reveals about … Continue reading "Bible Savvy Podcast | S5 Episode 49: Joshua 9"

When faced with honoring a costly covenant with the Gibeonites, Joshua chose faithfulness over convenience, marching all night to defend those who had deceived him. This commitment opened the door for God's miraculous intervention, including making the sun stand still during battle. Joshua's bold, public prayer demonstrated his unwavering faith in God's promises. The story teaches us that God honors covenant faithfulness, responds to believing prayer, and secures complete victory for His people. When we keep our commitments, pray boldly, and trust God to finish what He started, we position ourselves to experience God's supernatural intervention in our battles.

Joshua 9 reveals how the Gibeonites deceived Israel through spiritual manipulation rather than military might. They used flattery, religious language, and manufactured evidence to create a false impression of distant travelers seeking alliance. Israel's leaders failed to seek God's counsel, making decisions based on appearances rather than divine wisdom. This ancient story warns believers about spiritual deception that comes disguised as faith, highlighting the importance of discernment, testing claims against Scripture, looking for genuine fruit of conversion, and seeking God's wisdom in all spiritual decisions. Even in our failures, God works redemptively, as demonstrated when Joshua confronted the Gibeonites while still showing mercy.

Joshua 9 – The story of the Gibeonites reminds us that it is easy to be deceived.  Discernment is a necessary tool to navigate life.  As Christ followers, we need to be people who are committed to our word as our bond.  We have to take ownership of our failures and learn to make the best of poor decisions.  

We delve into the conquest of the Promised Land under Joshua's leadership. Following Moses' final speech and his death, Joshua leads the Israelites in miraculous victories, starting with Jericho and Ai. The episode explores the challenges and triumphs faced by the Israelites, including the deceitful alliance with the Gibeonites and the miraculous intervention of God with hailstones and the sun standing still. Joshua's campaigns in southern and northern Canaan establish Israel's dominance, beginning to fulfill God's promise of land. Before his death, Joshua apportions the land among the 12 tribes and narrowly avoids civil war.Support the showRead along with us in the Bible Brief App! Try the Bible Brief book for an offline experience!Get your free Bible Timeline with the 10 Steps: Timeline LinkSupport the show: Tap here to become a monthly supporter!Review the show: Tap here!Want to go deeper?...Download the Bible Brief App!iPhone: App Store LinkAndroid: Play Store LinkWant a physical book? Check out "Bible Brief" by our founder!Amazon: Amazon LinkWebsite: biblebrief.orgInstagram: @biblelitTwitter: @bible_litFacebook: @biblelitEmail the Show: biblebrief@biblelit.org Want to learn the Bible languages (Greek & Hebrew)? Check out ou...

n the 20th chapter of 2 Samuel we have further trouble for David from yet another rebellious Benjamite, Sheba the son of Bichri. David assembles the mighty men under Amasa to deal with the matter. Amasa is treacherously slain by Joab, who was displeased with his displacement by the new captain. Temporary disquiet at Joab's brutal betrayal is soon overcome and Sheba pursued. Much blood shedding is averted by a wise woman who arranged Sheba's assassination. This unnamed woman arranged for the rebel's head to be thrown from the wall to Joab who in response calls off the siege. Chapter 21 records the outbreak of a deadly famine that Yahweh had brought upon the land because of Saul's wrongful slaying of the Gibeonites. Saul's acts had yet once again been occasioned by his misplaced zeal and wrongful perception. David is told by Almighty God to recompense the Gibeonites and carried out the charge. The remaining Gibeonites would not accept any recompense by way of sacrifice. Those Gibeonites required David to hand over seven of Saul's "sons", ie offspring, to the Gibeonites who hung them on trees indicating that they were cursed by God. Saul's faithful concubine Rizpah is commended for her diligence and loyalty by driving away the vultures from the bodies day and night. David is saved by his mighty men during campaigns against the Philistines. Four of Goliath's sons were slain by David's warriors. When the weary warrior that David had become was himself struck down and believed to have been slain by Ishbi-Benob Abishai, David's nephew, saved and sustained him. David's men recognising that he was more important in his capacity to instruct his people in the ways of godliness, and in matters of states, rather than in the arts of war, forbid him from again going out to battle, "that the light of Israel not be extinguished". Jeremiah's 24th chapter explains the parable about the good figs and the bad figs. It was again about perceptions - those in Jerusalem saw themselves as the preserved ie good figs and those who had been carried away to Babylon as the punished, or bad figs. The reverse was, in fact, the reality. Judah's preservation relied on the restoration of the good figs and on the return of those exiles now in Babylon to Judah their homeland. Chapters 1-8 of Romans developed the Gospel of God; 9-11 explained the Gospel and Israel. Now from chapter 12 through to 16 we are shown how to live the Gospel in our daily life. Chapter 12 begins the practical advice with the acknowledgment that daily service and living a sacrificial life is both rational and reasonable. In verse 2-8 Christ's servants must understand how to contribute to ecclesial life in humility and with eagerness and zeal, participating for the building up of a glorious bride. Each of us is exhorted to know our role in God's ecclesial house and to exercise it. Verses 9-20 identify qualities of the transformed way of living for all true all true disciples. What sound advice concludes the chapter on avoiding vengeance and living peacefully with others. The final words of the chapter should be one of our mottoes for daily life: "Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil by good".More here https://christadelphianvideo.org/christadelphian-daily-readings/

We delve into the story of deception involving the Gibeonites. As Israel continues its conquest of Canaan, they encounter the Gibeonites, who, fearing for their lives, deceive Joshua and the leaders into making a peace treaty. This agreement violated God's command not to make covenants with the inhabitants of Canaan. Despite realizing the deception, Joshua honors the treaty due to their oath to Yahweh, making the Gibeonites perpetual laborers for Israel. Support the showRead along with us in the Bible Brief App! Try the Bible Brief book for an offline experience!Get your free Bible Timeline with the 10 Steps: Timeline LinkSupport the show: Tap here to become a monthly supporter!Review the show: Tap here!Want to go deeper?...Download the Bible Brief App!iPhone: App Store LinkAndroid: Play Store LinkWant a physical book? Check out "Bible Brief" by our founder!Amazon: Amazon LinkWebsite: biblebrief.orgInstagram: @biblelitTwitter: @bible_litFacebook: @biblelitEmail the Show: biblebrief@biblelit.org Want to learn the Bible languages (Greek & Hebrew)? Check out ou...

Sunday June 29, 2025

There is a story in Joshua 9, which is very relevant to us today. Joshua and his people were doing very well, and all the neighboring countries were frightened of them because of their victories and the power they had from the Lord. One of their neighbors, the Gibeonites, decided to trick Joshua into a peace treaty. They made themselves look tired and dirty, like they had traveled a long way, and came to Joshua asking for a treaty. Verses 14 and 15 tell us: The Israelites sampled their provisions but did not inquire of the Lord. Then Joshua made a treaty of peace with them to let them live, and the leaders of the assembly ratified it by oath (Joshua 9:14-15). Here was a business transaction facing the Israelites. A group of people made them an offer. The men of Israel looked at the outward evidence, decided it looked like a good deal to them, and signed the bottom line. They found out later they had been deceived. The facts were not as they appeared to be, and they had made a strategic mistake. Why? Because they trusted in their eyes and their minds, and did not inquire of the Lord. There are times we don't think we need to consult the Lord; it's just a cut and dried situation in our view. We make decisions in our own strength, based on our human reasoning. And that gets us in trouble. Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight (Proverbs 3:5-6). Do you remember when Jesus told Peter to go fishing? Peter's own understanding of fishing told him there were no fish there, since he had fished all night and caught nothing. Besides, it was the wrong time and place to fish. But because Jesus told him to, Peter went fishing and caught more fish than ever before. Peter had to learn, as do we, you can't just depend on your own understanding. Leaning on our own understanding is the norm especially in the business world. But, as Christians, we should take all our decisions to the Lord and ask for his wisdom. Sometimes our own understanding is very shortsighted and incomplete. We need the eternal wisdom of our Savior; we need to inquire of the Lord. Remember to inquire of the Lord in any decision you face. Don't lean solely on your own understanding. That can get you in trouble.

In this Bible Story, we witness the continued bravery of David even into old age. He continues to wage war against all who would threaten the followers of God. As a result, David becomes weary, but doesn't lose hope in the Lord. This story is inspired by 2 Samuel 21. Go to BibleinaYear.com and learn the Bible in a Year.Today's Bible verse is 2 Samuel 21:3 from the King James Version.Episode 110: Famine was in the land of Israel, and this led to hard times for the people. So David sought the Lord and asked what he should do. God showed him the reason for the famine and commanded him to make peace with the Gibeonites for the sins that Saul had committed against them. David called the Gibeonites to him and gave them their request, the life of Saul's sons. After this, the famine eased and Israel once again flourished. However, this flourishing would draw out more enemies of Israel and more battles, battles that David was too old to fight in.Hear the Bible come to life as Pastor Jack Graham leads you through the official BibleinaYear.com podcast. This Biblical Audio Experience will help you master wisdom from the world's greatest book. In each episode, you will learn to apply Biblical principles to everyday life. Now understanding the Bible is easier than ever before; enjoy a cinematic audio experience full of inspirational storytelling, orchestral music, and profound commentary from world-renowned Pastor Jack Graham.Also, you can download the Pray.com app for more Christian content, including, Daily Prayers, Inspirational Testimonies, and Bedtime Bible Stories.Visit JackGraham.org for more resources on how to tap into God's power for successful Christian living.Pray.com is the digital destination of faith. With over 5,000 daily prayers, meditations, bedtime stories, and cinematic stories inspired by the Bible, the Pray.com app has everything you need to keep your focus on the Lord. Make Prayer a priority and download the #1 App for Prayer and Sleep today in the Apple app store or Google Play store.Executive Producers: Steve Gatena & Max BardProducer: Ben GammonHosted by: Pastor Jack GrahamMusic by: Andrew Morgan SmithBible Story narration by: Todd HaberkornSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's readings, Fr. Mike highlights David's humility in two instances: when David asked the Gibeonites how he could repair their relationship after they had been mistreated by Saul, and when David takes a step back from battle. He also explains the role of the gatekeepers as people who would be responsible for guarding the doors to the Temple. The readings are 2 Samuel 21, 1 Chronicles 26, and Psalm 40. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.

Fr. Mike expands on the significance of establishing a covenant relationship, and how the trickery of the Gibeonites can represent the desire to enter into a relationship with God out of fear rather than out of love. Today's readings are Joshua 8-9, and Psalm 126. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.