Podcasts about god joshua

05/18/2025 David Smith "A Godly Man is a Servant of God" Joshua 24

Send us a textWhat does it truly mean to be "poor in spirit," and why does Jesus call this state "blessed"? This profound exploration of Matthew 5:3 unpacks one of the most counterintuitive teachings in Scripture—that spiritual poverty actually leads to kingdom riches.Joshua Scott Zeitz vulnerably shares his personal journey from pride and self-sufficiency to humble surrender. "Before I came to Jesus, I was so full of pride and arrogance," he reflects. "In essence, I thought I was the smartest person in the room because my room consisted of well, just me. It was a horrible room." This powerful testimony illuminates how recognizing our spiritual bankruptcy becomes the doorway to transformation.Drawing wisdom from 1 Peter 5:5-7, we examine how placing ourselves under God's Word constitutes true biblical humility. The apostle Peter—who once rebuked Jesus and later denied him—eventually understood this principle deeply. His story reminds us that God consistently "gives grace to the humble" while opposing "the proud, the disdainful, the presumptuous." When we surrender our self-sufficiency and acknowledge our need for Christ, we position ourselves to receive everything He desires to give us.Are you struggling with something that weighs you down? Try this radical approach: instead of relying on your own understanding, place yourself completely under God's Word. Quote it. Think on it. Let it consume you more than your problems. Then watch as His truth gradually melts away your burdens and transforms your life. You are blessed to be a blessing—what you make happen for others, God will make happen for you!Support the show

Send us a textHave you ever felt so overwhelmed that your first instinct was to run away from everything? That desperate feeling of wanting to escape your problems is something we all experience, but today's message offers a life-changing perspective on where we should run when life gets tough.Through a beautifully crafted poem called "Running," we explore the journey from running away from God's goodness to running toward His loving arms. The poem paints a vivid picture of someone worn out from fighting their battles alone, making their bed in the darkness, and bound by chains of their own making. But the narrative shifts dramatically when they finally cry out to God and discover that divine pursuit never ceased. "I stepped out on the waves. Now there's joy in lieu of sorrow. In you, I found my healing." These words capture the profound transformation that occurs when we change direction and run toward God rather than away from Him.What makes this message so powerful is its gentle reminder that no one is beyond redemption. "Are you running, hurting, lonely? Done things you never meant to? Come back to the Father. He longs to forgive you." The invitation extends to everyone, regardless of past mistakes or present struggles. The promise that "if you're on this side of glory, you can always start again" offers hope that today can be different if we choose to rest in God's loving arms. Whatever you're facing right now, take comfort in knowing that God has it under control, and His presence is just a prayer away. Will you join us in running toward Him rather than away from Him today?Support the show

Send us a textWhat's that one thing you're keeping back from God? That area you carefully protect, that habit you justify, that comfort you return to when life gets difficult? Today's powerful reflection on Psalm 139:23-24 tackles the courage required to pray, "Search me thoroughly, O God, and know my heart."There's a transformative truth at work in our spiritual lives: whatever we withhold from God inevitably becomes a mess, while whatever we surrender becomes blessed. King David exemplifies this principle perfectly. Despite his spectacular moral failures—adultery with Bathsheba and arranging her husband's murder—David's willingness to return to God with complete transparency is why he remained "a man after God's own heart." His example challenges us to examine what we might be holding back.In a deeply personal moment, I share my own battle with pornography, a struggle that persisted even after my spiritual transformation and marriage. Like many, I created exceptions and justifications, using this sin as a crutch when facing life's difficulties. Freedom only came when I finally exposed it fully to God's light, rediscovered my identity in Christ, and claimed the spiritual authority available to every believer. Your struggle may be different, but the pathway to freedom remains the same: complete surrender. Whatever God reveals, He wants to heal. Will you let Him search your heart today? Your breakthrough might be just one prayer away.Support the show

This sermon was preached by Joshua Clegg at Common Ground Church Rondebosch on the 6th April, 2025.Series: DavidSermon Title: Celebrating the Presence of GodScripture: 2 Samuel 6:1-15‘Until I come, devote yourself to the public reading of Scripture, to preaching and to teaching.' (1 Timothy 4:13)

This sermon was preached by Joshua Clegg at Common Ground Church Rondebosch on the 6th April, 2025.Series: DavidSermon Title: Celebrating the Presence of GodScripture: 2 Samuel 6:1-15‘Until I come, devote yourself to the public reading of Scripture, to preaching and to teaching.' (1 Timothy 4:13)

A zeal for God is about surrendering to the gospel of Jesus Christ, as revealed in scripture. Subscribe to daily devotions e-mails: https://wcm.link/ddsub

Northwest Bible Church – March 16, 2025 – Joshua – Alan Conner Joshua 24:14-28 A Call to Choose Intro A. JOSHUA'S EXHORTATION TO SERVE THE LORD (Joshua 24:14-15). 1. It is reasonable (Joshua 24:2-13). 2. It is exclusive (Joshua 24:14-15).     a. Fear and serve the LORD (Joshua 24:14).    b. Put away the gods (Joshua 24:14-15). 3. It requires a choice (Joshua 24:15).   a. Ancient Babylonian gods of their fathers   b. Egyptian gods  c. Canaanite gods   4.  A godly example (Joshua 24:15).  “As for me and my house, we will serve the LORD.”    B. JOSHUA'S EXCHANGE WITH THE PEOPLE (Joshua 24:16-24). 1. The people pledge to serve the LORD (Joshua 24:16-18).    2. Joshua's warning (Joshua 24:19-20).      a. You will fail (Joshua 24:19). b. If you forsake the LORD, He will forsake you (Joshua 24:20).     3. The people affirm their loyalty to the LORD (Joshua 24:21).    4. Joshua's warning (Joshua 24:22-24). a. You are witnesses against yourselves (Joshua 24:22).   They agree. b. Put away your foreign gods and serve God (Joshua 24:23-24).   C. THE COVENANT (Joshua 24:25-28).   1.  The covenant in Shechem (Joshua 24:25). 2.  The book and the stone (Joshua 24:26-28). Conclusion  

Send us a textWelcome to today's episode! In this session, we explore the significance of keeping a catalogue—not of shopping items, but of the victories and answered prayers in our lives. Inspired by Joshua's record of conquests and defeated kings in Joshua 11 and 12, we see that these lists serve as powerful reminders of God's faithfulness. Just as Joshua's catalogue ensured that Israel would never forget the ways God had worked for them, we too are encouraged to document our spiritual journey.Study NotesPurpose of the CatalogueJoshua meticulously recorded the lands conquered and the kings defeated to remind future generations of God's mighty acts.This practice wasn't merely historical—it was a testimony to God's enduring faithfulness.Applying the Principle to Our LivesDo you keep a record of God's work in your life? Whether through a prayer journal, a list of insights from Scripture, or notes on personal victories, documenting these moments can uplift you during tough times.Reflecting on past battles and victories reminds us that the same God who fought for Israel is fighting for us today.Key TakeawayLife's challenges may be relentless, but every victory recorded is a reminder that God's faithfulness endures.Start or continue your catalogue of victories—it's a tool to encourage your faith and inspire perseverance for the journey ahead.Thank you for joining us on TBPDP. May this episode encourage you to remember and record the blessings and victories in your life, affirming that the God who was faithful then is still faithful today.Faith That Challenges. Conversations that Matter. Laughs included. Subscribe Now!Breaking down faith, culture & big questions - a mix of humor with real spiritual growth. Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the showFor an ad-free version of my podcasts plus the opportunity to enjoy hours of exclusive content and two bonus episodes a month whilst also helping keep the Bible Project Daily Podcast free for listeners everywhere support me at;|PatreonSupport me to continue making great content for listeners everywhere.https://thebibleproject.buzzsprout.com

There's a leadership principle that says "change or die." This is true of organizations and individuals. If someone is diagnosed with diabetes, heart disease, or serious food allergies, they must change how they live, or they will die. Are you missing out on God's blessings for your life due to a fear to change and do something different? Today Pastor Rich will show how God led Joshua and the Israelites to change and experience His blessings. Joshua 5

Settling the People of God — Joshua 18:1-10 1. The people of God 2. The place of meeting 3. The limits of leadership 4. The importance of writing

160 - A Life Lived For God, Joshua 24.29-30 - 2.2.25, 12.39 PM by Pastor David Goodson

This week we have Joshua Mills sharing a message on the glory and grace of God. We hope this message encourages you! Be blessed!

To end the year Nick Dobbin teaches from Joshua 4:20-24.

The way that we get the TRUTH of God's word inside of us is through meditation. Bible meditation requires the activity of the Holy Spriit in our lives. It involves speaking, thinking and doing the Word of God (Joshua 1:8). When His truth gets inside of us, it becomes the truth that we live from and do life from. 

Kelly Day, Director of Coffee Break Bible Study

FREE GUIDE: https://www.firstmossbluff.com/llj Click the link in the description to receive a FREE devotional designed to help you on your path to living like Jesus. Welcome to the Live Like Jesus podcast, where we explore how Jesus lived, what He did, and strive to live like Him so we can replicate His actions in our own lives. This episode explores the significance of reading and engaging with the Bible in a Christian's life. It emphasizes that the Bible is not just a collection of stories or a book to be conquered, but a living word through which believers can encounter God. The hosts discuss their personal journeys with Scripture, from initial intimidation to deep, transformative experiences. They highlight how regular Bible reading shapes one's understanding of God, self, and life's challenges, ultimately leading to spiritual growth and a closer relationship with Jesus. Be sure to stay tuned for an opportunity to receive a free devotional designed to support you in your journey of living like Jesus. Meet our hosts: Bryan Carter - Lead Pastor at First Moss Bluff Church, a multisite church in Southwest Louisiana John Louviere - Connections Pastor at First Moss Bluff Sara Blankenship - former teacher, SAHM, seminary student Key points covered in this episode: The Bible is recognized as authoritative, not made authoritative by the church Scripture reveals both who we truly are and who God is The Bible serves as a guide for life decisions and spiritual growth Reading Scripture should focus first on understanding God's character, not just applying it to oneself Engaging with the Bible can lead to worship and a deeper desire to know God Slow, meditative reading of Scripture can provide rich moments of connection with God Scripture for further reading: The Bible's authority and divine inspiration: 2 Peter 1:20-21 Hebrews 4:12 The Bible revealing who we are and who God is: Hebrews 4:12-13 Psalm 119:105 Trusting God rather than ourselves: Proverbs 3:5-6 Isaiah 55:8-9 The Bible as a means to encounter God: Joshua 1:8 Psalm 119:11 The importance of meditating on Scripture: Psalm 1:1-2 Joshua 1:8

“Clinging to God” Joshua 23 Rex Durham

Ryan Diaz

Patrick Boatwright

November 10, 2024 Pastor Paul Titus

Possesing The Promise Of God Rex Durham 10/27/24

Northwest Bible Church – Sept. 22, 2024 – Joshua – Alan Conner Joshua 8 The Conquering of Ai Intro A.  VICTORY PROMISED, BATTLE PLANS SET (Joshua 8:1-2). 1. Location of Ai.     2. God is in control (Joshua 8:1-2, 18).    3. The spoils of war (Joshua 8:2, 27).     B.  JOSHUA RELAYS INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE AMBUSH (Joshua 8:3-9). 1. Two ambush parties? 2. 30,000 the total number in the army, and 5,000 was the ambush? C.  THE PREPARATIONS FOR BATTLE (Joshua 8:10-13). 1.  Army to the north 2.  Ambush to the west D.  THE BATTLE, THE AMBUSH AND THE VICTORY (Joshua 8:14-29). 1. God orchestrated the victory and it worked perfectly.    2. The righteous judgment of God (Joshua 7:29).     E.  THE  COVENANT RENEWAL (Joshua 8:30-35). 1. Fulfilling Moses' command (Deut. 27:4-5).    2. Shechem 3. Mt. Ebal and Mt. Gerizim.    4. Activities: F. TWO FORESHADOWINGS OF CHRIST. 1. The curse on the king of Ai (Joshua 7:29).   Cf. Deut. 21:22-23 and Gal. 3:13 2. The altar on Mt. Ebal. Discussion questions:  What practical lessons can we learn about the conquering of Ai?  What do we learn about God's involvement in this victory?   Why was the covenant renewal at Shechem important?  How is Christ foreshadowed in these events?

“Choose this day whom you will serve” - Joshua's challenge to the people of God (Joshua 24:15). “To whom can we go?” - Peter's response to a question from Jesus (John 6:68). “Take up the whole armor of God…and stand firm” - Peter's encouragement to his friends (Ephesians 6:13). These familiar words have a common theme. They're about the choices we make every day; about how we intend to live our lives; about our response to the grace of God. How do these words speak into your life today? *** Join us In-Person or Online for Worship Sundays at 9:30am and 11am. Find out more about upcoming events and ways to serve our community by joining our mailing list. Email office@stjohnslutheran.church and request to be added! If you are in need of prayer or pastoral care, email Pastor Jen at pastor@stjohnslutheran.church. We are deeply grateful for the ongoing generosity of our St. John's community members, and the faithful financial support that contributes to our mission to “Know Christ and Make Christ Known.” Thank you! Ways you can Give: • Online stjohnslutheran.church • Text "Give" to 760-330-2326 • Mail a check: 42695 Washington St. Palm Desert, CA 92211 For more information about Worship and Ministry at St. John's, please email the Church Office at office@stjohnslutheran.church or call us at 760-345-2122 CCLI Streaming & Podcast License # CSPL129016

FAITHFUL GOD // JOSHUA 12-13:7

Welcome to Immanuel Baptist Church in Richmond, Virginia!Today's Message: The Grace of God (Joshua 2:8-14) with Pastor Jordan FanaraIf you're new to Immanuel, please take a moment to tell us about yourself through our online connect card.We would love to connect with you this week!» https://immanuelbaptist.org/connect-cardYou can also download our Free app — which makes learning more or watching services even easier.» https://subsplash.com/immanuelbaptist/appIf you would like to join a Community Group, meeting twice a month in homes throughout metro Richmond, visit:» https://immanuelbaptist.org/community-groupsYou can learn more about us anytime at: http://immanuelbaptist.org/Giving remains available online. Thank you for your faithfulness, church family!» https://immanuelbaptist.org/give

“Remebering the Greatness of God” Joshua 3–4 Rex Durham August 4, 2024

140 - Remembering the Goodness of God, Joshua 23,1-3 (07.14.24) by Pastor David Goodson

Daily Dose of Hope July 4, 2024, Day 5 of week 14 Scripture: The book of Joshua Chapter 22-24; Psalm 116: The gospel of Luke Chapter 19 Welcome back to the daily dose of hope, the devotional and podcast that complements New Hope Church's Bible reading plan. Let get into our scriptures today: Chapter 22-24 of the book of Joshua continue to provide details on how Joshua and the Israelites finish their journey into Cannan. In these chapters we move from dividing the land up to preparation of serving God in the promised land. Since they have obeyed all Moses commands , not desert their kindreds to this day and kept the charge of the Lord. Serving their God was in order. To complete this mission of everyone inhabiting their own land. Joshua sent the tribes of Reuben, Gad and half of Manasseh to their land that they inherited with a blessing and instructions to obey the command that Moses gave them. When the two and half tribes return to their home  on the eastside of the Jordan. The first thing they did was build an altar. But when the rest of Israel heard about it. They became deeply concerned. The only acceptable place for Israel to worship was in Shiloh at the tabernacle, the tent of meeting. Their building an altar indicated to others that idolatry was brewing in the east among their brothers. To stamp this out the entire Israelite community assembled at Shiloh to go to war against them. To get clarity Phinehas son of Eleazar the priest was sent to speak on behalf of the entire Israelite community. Phinehas ask this question, “How could you break faith with God of Israel like this? How could you turn away from the Lord and build yourself an altar in rebellion against him now?” We already suffering from the sin of Peor. Presently, we have not been able to cleanse ourselves from that sin. Are you now turning away from the Lord?” They continue asking has the land been defiled. If so come and join us so you do not have to rebelled against the Lord. Reuben, Gad and half of Manasseh response was we had no intention of turning away from the Lord. We did it for fear that someday your descendants might say to our, “What do you have to do with the Lord, the God of Israel. They confessed that they had no intent of using their altar for worship of any kind. Instead, they established it as a replica of the true altar at Shiloh to bear witness to future generations that all the tribes on the east side of Jordan were true Israelites who worshiped the Lord like the rest of the community. The report pleased the Israelites, they blessed God and spoke no more about war against them to destroy their land. The Reubenites and Gadites called the altar Witness, for they said, “It is a witness between us that the Lord is God.” As we move deeper into the text, years have passed as Israel had been given rest from their enemies. Joshua being an old man summoned all of Israel community to give his farewell speech. He knew his death was approaching, and he wanted to exhort the people one last time. He reminded the people that they had seen with their own eyes what God had done for them. It was the Lord your God who was fighting for you. Joshua commanded them to be strong by obeying all that was written in the book of law of Moses, turning aside from it neither left nor right. Please do not intermarry with the surrounding people. He was not against different skins colors. Only the prohibition against marry someone of another religion, because they would be influence by their spouse to worship their gods instead of worshiping the one true God. “I am now going the way of the whole earth.” This statement was to communicate that he was on his way to die. He reminded them not one promises of God failed, but for these promises to continue they were required to give God their loyalty and commitment. Joshua continue his farewell address exhorting the history of their journey into the promised land. In summary, God was telling them, “You got out of slavery to here because of me. When you sinned and were unfaithful, I came through. I never bailed on you, and my promises never failed. Yes, there were things you had to do, but I enabled you to succeed all the way. The people respond to Joshua bold declaration with this reply, “We will certainly not abandon the Lord to worship other gods! We will worship the Lord , because he is our God.”  Their response was a little weak for Joshua so he doubled down by saying, “ God is a jealous God, if you abandon the Lord and worship other gods, he will turn against you. The people insisted they got the point. On that day Joshua made a covenant with the people. After challenging Israel to follow their God Joshua died at the age of 110. How will he be remembered? As a testimony to his faithfulness, we were given insight: Israel worshiped the Lord throughout Joshua lifetime. Unfortunately, as we approach the book of Judges next week it will be reveal, that pattern would soon change. Our next test psalm 116, the psalmist begins with expressing his love for God, because he listened to and responded to his prayer. Therefore, he could commit to call on the Lord for the rest of his life. The psalmist faces with life-threatening trouble and sorrow  appeals to God to save his life. Notice how through the psalmist corporate dimension of his worship, he point out that he is our God and he belong to all of his people. The psalmist then offer testimony of his experience with God in order to encourage the congregation. Though he had been brought low by his difficulties, the lord saved him. Therefore , he confidently say he could walk before the Lord. Though his enemies lied to him, he knew that the battle was not over, and that God would have the last word. For the  Lord goodness to him, the psalmist contemplates what he could give back to God. He mention two things, First, he would take the cup of salvation( his blessings and deliverance) that God had graciously given him and call on his name. In other words, he would continue to worship and depend on the God who saves. Why would we turn anywhere but to the one who has proven that he can deliver? Secondly, he would fulfil his vows to the Lord. Why? Obedience is the only appropriate response when God has come through for us.  The death of God's faithful one is supremely valuable in his sight. God find great pleasure and joy in fellowship with his children who go to be with him eternally at death  because of their personal relationship with him. Knowing this, the psalmist pledges to continue praising and serving the Lord publicity, so God's people could do the same. Our New Testament text opens in the 19th chapter of Luke as we see that the Blind man was not the only person in Jericho to experience God's grace that day. A wealthy tax collector name Zacchaeus heard Jesus passing by. As the crowd was passing by, he was trying to see who Jesus was, but because he was short in stature, He ran ahead and climb in a sycamore tree to see him. This way he would have the opportunity to see Jesus. It was clear that he was very successfully involved in a time-consuming business. It was taxing, to say the least. His name mean pure, but he is anything but this to his peers because his job was that of a tax collector. The Jewish society despised and hated him as his job required him to be a vassal to the Romans. Everyone knew he was trying to see Jesus , but no one cared. All he wanted to do was see Jesus, but how many of you know you cannot hide from Jesus. When Jesus reached his spot, he looked up and said to him, “Zacchaeus hurry and come down for I must stay at your house today.” Can you imagine how Zacchaeus reacted to the invitation? He was thrilled and he welcome Jesus, but the crowd was shocked. “He has gone to be the guest of a sinner.” Why had he chosen this sinner instead? Because sinners were the reason he had come in the first place.  Once Zacchaeus was near Jesus he had a change of  heart. Knowing that he was a sinner and knowing grace that Jesus was showing to him, Zacchaeus said, I'll give half of my possessions to the poor, Lord. And if I have extorted anything from anyone, I'll pay back four times as much. That's what repentance look like. Repentance doesn't merely say, “I'm sorry, it makes amends for wrongdoing. This is why Jesus said, Salvation has come to this house. Zacchaeus' outward actions were testimony of an inward transformation. This why Jesus came to seek and save the lost. While the crowd was admiring what Jesus was saying, he went on to tell them a parable, because he was near Jerusalem. This would be his last time to teach on the kingdom of God. The people thought the kingdom of God was going to appear right away. Jesus proceeded to tell the story of a nobleman who commanded his servants to engage in business on his behalf until he returned. Each of the servants where given a certain amount to manage. The nobleman's subject hated him and declared that they did not want him to rule over  them. Upon the nobleman's return, he summoned the three servants to learn how they manage his money.  Two made a return on their investment, while one did nothing, because he feared the nobleman. His lack of stewardship was fueled by a lack of relationship and failure to take seriously the knowledge of the master's expectation and the fact that he would return. Needless to say, the servant was chastised by the master, because he could have at least put the money in the bank to collect a minimal amount of interest. What is the point here ? Unfaithful believers will experience negative consequences at the judgement seat (see 1 Cor. 3:15). Don't missed out on the eternal rewards that God has for faithful steward who manage well what he has given them. Faithfulness results in kingdom rewards; unfaithfulness results in lack and loss reward it is not about stewardship, but Lordship that God desire. Those who rebel will have their just reward, though they may have to wait for it. Though God forbears for a season, the time for punishment will come only too soon. Those who make themselves enemies of God and will not accept Jesus as king will receive eternal judgment. After Jesus said these things, he went to Jerusalem at the hill called Mount of Olives. There he sent two disciples to the town ahead to prepare for his triumphal entry. He gave strict instructions on how the disciples were to obtain the material he need for the coming event. Not an uncertain mission, but a specific mission. Jesus never sends people on wild goose chase. Their mission was to enter the village find a colt tied up that had never been ridden. As they untie the colt the owner approach the disciples and they replied as Jesus stated, “ the Lord need it. ” Jesus got  on the colt and rode to his destination. Three things to learn  from this passage of scripture: The riding of the colt fulfill the prophecy of Zechariah 9:9, Jesus presenting himself publicly as the Messiah. Second, the disciple learns Jesus knowledge of what would happen demonstrated his omniscience. Third, a colt that had been ridden would not accept a rider easily. Jesus rides into Jerusalem as a humble servant of God and not an emerging military king. As Jesus move through Jerusalem the crowd shouted, “Blessed is the king who come in the name of the Lord” quoting from psalm 118. The people openly acknowledge Jesus as the Messiah. The Pharisee once again wanted Jesus' disciple to be rebuke, but Jesus if they keep quiet the stone will cry out, Jesus wept for Jerusalem. Salvation was so close yet not grasped. Jesus entered the temple to drive out the illicit practitioners of evil  there he began to teach daily in the temple, thereby providing another opportunity for those who desired to hear and receive him to do so. Unfortunately, their remain elements of person who sought to rid themselves of the presence of goodness and holiness.  The religious and civic leader could not stop Jesus from conducting his mission to establish the kingdom of God. No matter how much you strive to help the organized Church to become more of the face of the true church in the world, there will remain opposition and defiance.  Such person will never leave and yet refuse to love Jesus. True worshippers require more determination and effort on our part with the help of the Holy Spirit. Happy 4th of July! Until next week remember our goal as a congregation to read the bible in one year together as a family of faith. Five days a week we read. Two days rest or catch up. Reading the is the way we increase and walk out our faith as believers. This is Pastor Lavetta, and this is the daily Dose of Hope.  The Daily Dose of Hope is a devotional intended to provide context and reflection to the New Hope Church Bible Reading Plan.  It's our goal  to read the Bible in a year together as a family of faith.  Five days a week we read.  Two days a week we either rest or catch up.  Reading the Bible is the number one way to grow in our walk with Jesus.  We have to know God's Word to live God's Word.  Now for our Daily Dose of Hope… https://www.findnewhope.com  

June 26, 2024, Day 4 Week 13 Scriptures: Joshua 5-8, Psalm 14, Luke 15 Hi and welcome to the Daily Dose of Hope, the devotional and podcast that complements New Hope Church's Bible reading plan. Our scripture today begins with Joshua 5-8. When all the kings on the west side of the Jordan heard what God did when He dried up the river, they lost heart and were paralyzed with fear. The Israelites at this time were reestablishing covenant ceremonies like circumcision. The reason Joshua had to circumcise the second generation of Israelites is because the first generation had died in the wilderness and those who were born after the exodus had not been circumcised. The First generation of Israelites had died in the wilderness because they had disobeyed the Lord and he forbid them to enter the promise land. So, Joshua circumcised their sons, and they rested in the camp until they were healed. Circumcision signified Israel's identity as Gods covenant people. When God originally made the covenant with Abraham he had the symbol as doing away with old life and beginning new life with God most cultures at this time had circumcision symbolizing something else like entering adulthood only Israelites had it symbolizing relationship with God. When Joshua was near Jericho, he saw a man standing with sword and hand. After questioning whether the man was friend or foe Joshua learned it was the commander of the Lord's army. He fell to his face in reverence and asked what he should do. The commander said take off your sandals for you're standing on holy ground. Now there are ways today that we can show reverence to God. For example how we speak to him, but mainly it's through our attitudes and actions that we can show reverence to God in today's world. And when I say reverence, I mean showing God the respect, honor, and glory that he deserves. The gates of Jericho were tightly shut because they feared the Israelites, and no one came in or out. But God was with the Israelites and worked through Joshua. The plan was to walk around the city with the Ark of the Covenant and the priests in front once a day for 6 days then on the seventh day march seven times with the seven priests blowing rams horns and then have the men shout as loud as they can. The plan works and the walls of Jericho come down as the men yell and horns blare. The Israelites charged straight into Jericho. Like Last weeks episode Rahab was spared and her family Joshua tells the two spies to keep their agreement and go get her and her family in this chapter. Then the Israelites burned and destroyed everything except what they were supposed to keep to give back to the Lord. So, the lord was with Joshua and his reputation spread. Think about how through God Joshua was able to achieve what he set out to do, how his will and Gods will align. It's an interesting dilemma to see happen on paper, now if only we can emulate it in our own lives. Israel conquering Jericho aligned with Gods will, but Israel violated the clause of the things set apart for the Lord. A man named Achan had stolen some of these dedicated things, so the Lord was very angry with the Israelites. The next time Joshua sent spies to Ai and followed their report for how many men they should send which they replied no more than 3,000 they were defeated. And the courage of the Israelite army went away as they were paralyzed with fear. The elders tore their clothing in dismay, threw dust on their heads, and bowed before the Ark until evening. Joshua cried out to God as well, but God answered him about the trouble someone in Israel had caused and how they must be removed. So, Joshua brought the tribes of Israel before the Lord and by tribe, clan, and family Achan was singled out and he confessed before God what he done by stealing a robe, a bar of gold and silver that were meant to be offerings to God. Then Achan and everything he had were brought out into the valley and he was stoned to death, but the Lord was no longer angry. He meaning the Lord tells Joshua not to be afraid or discouraged because he has given him the victory over Ai and this time, they can keep the plunder and livestock for themselves. Psalm 14 ties into these last events that happened in Joshua and here King David is saying that we have all turned away from God, but he asks when will the Lord restore his people. My interpretation of things is that we all turn away from God, but God can restore us if we turn back to Him. In Luke 15 Jesus is telling parables about lost things returning and/or being found. One is the lost sheep, the other a coin, and lastly the son. What all these stories have in common and what I want to talk about today is the theme of being singled out by God and the rejoicing and fulfillment of being found in God. In the parable of the lost sheep the shepherd leaves the ninety-nine sheep. He has to go look for the lost one when he finds it, he will call all his neighbors and say rejoice with me. In the lost coin parable, the woman has ten coins and loses one, but she turns on a lamp and searches carefully for the one then she calls her friends saying rejoice with me. The lost son parable repeats the same theme we are seeing in its own way. The point is this we all fall short of the glory of God, and we all make mistakes, but its ok. Because God is a forgiving God, and he loves us. Let this encourage us. Just as God was with Joshua and the Israelites and King David in the Psalm we read; He is with us. I hope you all have a blessed day, keep reading, and see you again on the daily dose of hope. The Daily Dose of Hope is a devotional intended to provide context and reflection to the New Hope Church Bible Reading Plan.  It's our goal  to read the Bible in a year together as a family of faith.  Five days a week we read.  Two days a week we either rest or catch up.  Reading the Bible is the number one way to grow in our walk with Jesus.  We have to know God's Word to live God's Word.  Now for our Daily Dose of Hope… https://www.findnewhope.com

Northwest Bible Church – June 23, 2024 – Joshua – Alan Conner Josh. 1:1-9 The LORD Commissions Joshua Intro A. THE LORD'S CHARGE TO JOSHUA (Joshua 1:1-4). 1. The call of Joshua (Joshua 1:1-2).     2. The command and the gift (Joshua 1:2).    3. The confirmation (Joshua 1:3).    4. The boundaries of the land (Joshua 1:4).   B. THE LORD'S COMMITMENT TO JOSHUA (Joshua 1:5). 1. Lifelong victory (Joshua 1:5a).    2. Lifelong presence of God (Joshua 1:5b).   C. THE LORD'S CHALLENGE TO JOSHUA (Joshua 1:6-9). 1. Be strong and courageous, GOD'S PROMISE (Joshua 1:6). 2. Be strong and courageous, GOD'S PRECEPTS (Joshua 1:7-8).     a. Speak it -      b. Meditate on it -  c. Obey it - d. Then you will be prosperous and have success.    3. Be strong and courageous, GOD'S PRESENCE (Joshua 1:9). APPLICATION 1. Leaders  2. Church 3. Christ Discussion questions:  How did the LORD in this passage give Joshua confidence?  What applications can we make for our lives from this passage?  How is Joshua a picture of Jesus?

Be Strong, Courageous and Serve the One True God Joshua 24:14-27 14 “Now therefore fear the LORD and serve him in sincerity and in faithfulness. Put away the gods that your fathers served beyond the River and in Egypt, and serve the LORD. 15 And if it is evil in your eyes to serve the LORD, choose this day whom you will serve, whether the gods your fathers served in the region beyond the River, or the gods of the Amorites in whose land you dwell. But as for me and my house, we will serve the LORD.” 16 Then the people answered, “Far be it from us that we should forsake the LORD to serve other gods, 17 for it is the LORD our God who brought us and our fathers up from the land of Egypt, out of the house of slavery, and who did those great signs in our sight and preserved us in all the way that we went, and among all the peoples through whom we passed. 18 And the LORD drove out before us all the peoples, the Amorites who lived in the land. Therefore we also will serve the LORD, for he is our God.” 19 But Joshua said to the people, “You are not able to serve the LORD, for he is a holy God. He is a jealous God; he will not forgive your transgressions or your sins. 20 If you forsake the LORD and serve foreign gods, then he will turn and do you harm and consume you, after having done you good.” 21 And the people said to Joshua, “No, but we will serve the LORD.” 22 Then Joshua said to the people, “You are witnesses against yourselves that you have chosen the LORD, to serve him.” And they said, “We are witnesses.” 23 He said, “Then put away the foreign gods that are among you, and incline your heart to the LORD, the God of Israel.” 24 And the people said to Joshua, “The LORD our God we will serve, and his voice we will obey.” 25 So Joshua made a covenant with the people that day, and put in place statutes and rules for them at Shechem. 26 And Joshua wrote these words in the Book of the Law of God. And he took a large stone and set it up there under the terebinth that was by the sanctuary of the LORD. 27 And Joshua said to all the people, “Behold, this stone shall be a witness against us, for it has heard all the words of the LORD that he spoke to us. Therefore it shall be a witness against you, lest you deal falsely with your God.” Ephesians 2:1-3  And you were dead in the trespasses and sins 2 in which you once walked, following the course of this world, following the prince of the power of the air, the spirit that is now at work in the sons of disobedience— 3 among whom we all once lived in the passions of our flesh, carrying out the desires of the body and the mind, and were by nature children of wrath, like the rest of mankind. Romans 6:17-18 17 But thanks be to God, that you who were once slaves of sin have become obedient from the heart to the standard of teaching to which you were committed, 18 and, having been set free from sin, have become slaves of righteousness. Judges 2:10 10 And all that generation also were gathered to their fathers. And there arose another generation after them who did not know the LORD or the work that he had done for Israel. Deuteronomy 4:9-10 9 “Only take care, and keep your soul diligently, lest you forget the things that your eyes have seen, and lest they depart from your heart all the days of your life. Make them known to your children and your children's children— 10 how on the day that you stood before the LORD your God at Horeb, the LORD said to me, ‘Gather the people to me, that I may let them hear my words, so that they may learn to fear me all the days that they live on the earth, and that they may teach their children so.' Romans 12:1-2 12 I appeal to you therefore, brothers, by the mercies of God, to present your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and acceptable to God, which is your spiritual worship. 2 Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect.

June 16, 2024 - PM Sermon   God's Keys to Success - (Joshua 1:1-9) Remember God can use anybody - (Joshua 1:1-4) God's Presence - (Joshua 1:5, 1:9) Remember the promises of God - (Joshua 1:6) Reminds Abraham of the promise - (Gen. 15:13-16) Isaac is told the same thing - (Gen. 26:3) Jacob is told of the promise - (Gen. 35:11-12) Moses at the burning bush - (Exod. 3:8) Moses assures the children of Israel - (cf. Num. 13:2; Deut. 4:1) Be strong and courageous - (Joshua 1:6-7) Total commitment and obedience - (Joshua 1:7) Meditate on God's word - (Joshua 1:8)   Duration 38:38

In Joshua 3 and 4, God illustrates for us three essentials for moving ahead by faith and claiming all that He has for us: the Word of faith, the walk of faith, and the witness of faith. If we are to cross the Jordan's in our life, face the Jericho's, and defeat the giants, those obstacles and mountains that stand between us and the place of victory, we must learn to live by faith! In 2 Corinthians 5:7, the Apostle Paul said, “For we walk by faith, not by sight.” We cannot walk and live by our feelings because they change depending on the circumstances and situations around us. And usually our “sight”, our feelings will usually take us down the wrong path and cause us to make bad decisions and choices for ourselves.   First, in Joshua 3:1-13, we find that God has given us the Word of faith. In this paragraph, you find five different messages, all of them based on the Word of God, which is the "Word of faith" (Rom. 10:8). The people obeyed these messages by faith, and God took them over the river. Joshua received his orders from the Lord, and he obeyed them by faith. "So then faith comes by hearing, and hearing by the word of God" (Rom. 10:17). After Joshua got his orders from the LORD, he gave them to the officers or leaders of the twelve tribes, who then in verses 1-4, gave them to the people.   Joshua was an early riser (Joshua 6:12; 7:16; 8:10), who spent the first hours of the day in communion with God (Joshua 1:8). In this, he was like Moses (Ex. 24:4; 34:4), David (Ps. 57:8; see 119:147), Hezekiah (2 Chron. 29:20), and our Lord Jesus Christ (Mark 1:35; see Isa. 50:4). It's impossible to live by faith and ignore the Word of God and prayer (Acts 6:4); for faith is nurtured by worship and the Word. The people God uses and blesses know how to discipline their bodies so that they can give themselves to the Lord in the early morning hours.   Joshua ordered the camp to move ten miles from The Acacia Grove to the Jordan; and no doubt the people in Jericho watched this march with great apprehension. It probably took Israel a day to make this journey; they rested another day; and on the third day, the officers gave them their orders: The people were to cross the river, following the Ark of the Covenant.   The Ark is mentioned sixteen times in chapters 3 and 4. It's called "the Ark of the Covenant" ten times, "the Ark of the Lord" three times, and simply "the Ark" three times. It was the "throne of God," the place where His glory rested in the tabernacle (Ex. 25:10-22) and God sat "enthroned between the cherubim" (Ps. 80:1). The Law of God was kept in the Ark, a reminder of God's covenant with Israel; and the blood of the sacrifices was sprinkled on the mercy seat on the annual Day of Atonement (Lev. 16:14-15).   The Ark going before the people was an encouragement to their faith, for it meant that their God was going before them and opening up the way. God had promised Moses, "My Presence will go with you, and I will give you rest" (Ex. 33:14). When the nation had marched through the wilderness, the Ark had gone before them (:33); and Moses would say, "Rise up, O Lord! May Your enemies be scattered; may Your foes flee before You" (Num. 10:35). On that occasion, the presence of the Ark was a guarantee of the presence of the Lord.   Each of the tribes had an assigned place in the camp and an assigned order in the march when they broke up camp (Josh. 2). When the leaders of the tribes saw the priests bearing the Ark and moving toward the river, they were to prepare their people to follow. Since the people had not traveled this way before, they needed God to guide them. But they were not to get too close to the Ark, for this was a holy piece of furniture from the tabernacle; and it was not to be treated carelessly. God is our companion as we go through life, but we dare not treat Him like a "buddy."   Today, are you in the Word of faith and walking by faith and not by “sight”?   God bless!

Getting Closer to God, Joshua 22:13-20 by Pastor David Goodson

For the past several days we have been looking at how God encouraged His servant Joshua to lead the people of Israel to cross the Jordan River and conquer the Promise Land. In verses 1-9, God gave Joshua a commission, gave him His promises, gave him His Word, and gave him His command to go! Every day in our spiritual journey we face new challenges, problems, and issues and we need to be encouraged too!   I will never forget in my four years at Lynchburg Baptist College (1971-1975), now Liberty University, how often that Dr. Jerry Falwell spoke on the subject of discouragement. He knew this new generation of church leaders that he was mentoring and preparing for ministry would be tempted to quit as they faced the hardships of ministry. Dr. Falwell would often say that the devil's best tool to keep a Christian from serving is discouragement. He would go on to say, “God can't use a discouraged Christian”. The quote I really remember was: "A man's greatness is measured not by his talent or his wealth, but by what it takes to discourage him."   It is amazing that fifty years later America is facing a similar crisis to what we were facing in the late 60's and early 70's. And if there was ever a time in our history that believers need to rise up, speak up, and deal will the terrible evils that are destroying our great nation, it is today! We need to be encouraged to remember that “The Battle is the LORD's”, and He will enable us and empower us to be victorious over all our enemies!   Joshua had been encouraged by the LORD and now he sought to encourage his leaders (vv. 10-15). The nation of Israel was so organized that Moses could quickly communicate with the people through his officers who formed a chain of command (Deut. 1:15). Moses didn't assemble the leaders to ask for their advice but to give them God's orders. There are times when leaders must consult with their officers, but this was not one of them. God had spoken, His will was clear, and the nation had to be ready to obey.   Forty years before, at Kadesh Barnea, the nation had known the will of God but refused to obey it (Num. 13). Why? Because they believed the report of the ten spies instead of believing the commandment of God and obeying by faith. Had they listened to Caleb and Joshua—the minority report—they would have spared themselves those difficult years of wandering in the wilderness. There is a place in Christian service for godly counsel, but a committee report is no substitute for the clear commandment of God.   Instead of the command to prepare food, you would have expected Joshua to say, "Prepare boats or start building a bridge, so we can cross the Jordan River." Joshua didn't try to second-guess God and work things out for himself. He knew that the God who opened the Red Sea could also open the Jordan River. He and Caleb had been present when God delivered the nation from Egypt, and they had confidence that God would work on their behalf again.   Though he trusted God for a miracle, Joshua still had to prepare for the everyday necessities of life. Each family and clan had to provide its own food. It was important that the people stayed strong because they were about to begin a series of battles for possession of their Promised Land.   Note that Joshua's words to his leaders were words of faith and encouragement. "You shall pass over! You shall possess the land! The Lord will give it to you!" Joshua had made a similar speech forty years before, but that generation of leaders wouldn't listen. Now that generation was dead, and the new generation was ready to believe God and conquer the land.   Caleb and Joshua were the oldest men in the camp, between 60 and 70 years of age, and yet they were enthusiastic about trusting God and entering the land. It isn't a matter of age; it's a matter of faith; and faith comes from meditating on the Word of God (Joshua 1:8; Romans 10:17).   Look up!!!!! God is still on His throne and be encouraged today!   God bless!

“Perseverance with God”Joshua 10-14

“Prepare for God”Joshua 3:1-4:7

"Hebron still belongs to the descendants of Caleb son of Jephunneh the Kenizzite because he wholeheartedly followed the LORD, the God of Israel." Joshua 14:14 Listen on harvest.org --- Learn more and subscribe to Harvest updates at harvest.org . A New Beginning is the daily half-hour program hosted by Greg Laurie, pastor of Harvest Christian Fellowship in Southern California. For over 30 years, Pastor Greg and Harvest Ministries have endeavored to know God and make Him known through media and large-scale evangelism. This podcast is supported by the generosity of our Harvest Partners.Support the show: https://harvest.org/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dan Kent and the Surprising God Think Tank chat with Joshua Rasmussen about God, the ground of all being, open theism, consiousness, and a whole lot more.  YOU can join the next conversation. Sign up at SurprisingGod.com! Check out Joshua's book here: How Reason Can Lead to God Joshua's Website: joshualrasmussen.com Episode 1155 Greg's new book: Inspired Imperfection Dan's new book: Confident Humility Send Questions To: Dan: @thatdankentTwitter: @reKnewOrg Facebook: ReKnew Email: askgregboyd@gmail.com Links: Greg's book:"Crucifixion of the Warrior God" Website: ReKnew.org