Category: Joshua

Following through with the final days of Joshua, after he made his famous statement in the last section, the people of Israel once again made a covenant with God. They swore to get rid of their idols – a covenant which they would later break, again! The people of Israel seemed to repeat the same […]

These Bible verses (24:14-15) are where we find the famous statement of faith from Joshua when he says; “But as for me and my household, we will serve the LORD.” Yes, Joshua clearly makes his choice without hesitation. But, what about us? Do we need to look more closely at the choices we make in […]

In this Scripture reading, Joshua is about to die. And, he knows there are weak areas in the leadership who will follow his rule. So, he warns against slipping into the temptation of sin – especially regarding the other nations (people) with whom Israel is still involved. From Joshua 23 of the Old Testament, Joshua […]

Taking into consideration that most of the promised land was conquered by Israel, did they really have to fight to gain the western areas? Well, they did make a promise to God to help their fellow brothers take possession of the land. In this lesson from Joshua, we’ll take a look at “finished promises”. Discover […]

When doing something for God, is “almost” good enough? What if Joshua would have thought this way? What happens when we think this way? The study of this passage from Joshua 14:6-15 plainly shows that Joshua did not stray from God’s plan. Just as he had been faithful all those times in the past, he […]

Do Christians ever really retire? Before you answer “yes“, read the passage from Joshua 13 where God comes to him in his old age. Then, decide what “unconquered lands” you still have left in your Christian life… In this passage from the book of Joshua, our hero is growing old. But, God tells him there […]

Studying the Bible, you’ll find many lessons of faith. So, read this Bible lesson of how Joshua obeyed God and won – when the odds were not in his favor. The conquest of the northern kings in Joshua 11:1-23 shows the great belief by Joshua that God can do anything. Yes, Joshua is a true […]

You’ve heard the saying “Divide and conquer.” I’m sure. But, what about bring together and conquer? This is exactly what Joshua did when he went to war with the five kings. Today’s Bible study lesson comes from Joshua 10:1-15. It tells about how God made the sun stand still to prolong the fight. I posted […]

Do you keep your word? I’m sure you do. But, should you keep it even if someone tricks you into giving it? This is the situation Joshua finds himself in when he gets ready to fight the Gibeonites and the southern kings. Today’s Bible study comes from Joshua 9. And, I hope we both learn […]

In these Bible verses, Joshua remains faithful to God and His commandments. He builds the altar at Mount Ebal  according to God’s instructions. Then, he reads the law to the people. The renewing of the covenant gives another example of how the leaders of the Bible did not go after power and glory. They continued […]