Category: Joshua

After the battle of Jericho and the sins of Achan are uncovered, God gives Joshua another chance to defeat the city of Ai. This becomes a battle to remember. So, let’s learn some valuable lessons about faith and giving up too soon. This study from Joshua 8 tells about the destruction of Ai, and Joshua’s […]

What was the sin of Achan? Why did it affect the tribe of Israel so greatly? In this Bible study lesson, under the great leadership of Joshua, we see how the mighty Israel flees from battle in fear. People are killed – all because of one man. Let’s learn about Achan, who disobeyed God. And, […]

This is the Old Testament story of the battle of Jericho. Yes, you’ve probably heard it many times before but it’s well worth revisiting. The time is here. Israel prepares to do battle for the land of Canaan. And, the heavily fortified city of Jericho is the first hurdle. But, what an unorthodox way of […]

In Joshua, Chapter 5, the Scripture reads that Israel is circumcised at Gilgal. But, what does this have to do with faith? Read on… It took Israel 39 years of wandering because of their fear. Read the story of how they underestimated God’s power. And, this lack of courage kept them away from the promised […]

In this continuing story of pursuit of the promised land, Joshua stacks 12 stones. Question: Why was he stacking rocks when he could be planning a quick attack? The old saying: “God works in mysterious ways” is ever-present here. But, let’s see why Joshua followed every step in the way God asked of him. God’s […]

Listening to the instructions of God, Joshua prepares to take his people across the Jordan River – now at flood level. How are they going to get across? How does the Ark of the Covenant play a part? Find out how Israel crosses the Jordan River in this exciting story from the Old Testament. Taking […]

In the last study of Deuteronomy, we witnessed the death of God’s beloved servant, Moses. Today, we’ll discover a new leader for Israel. I want to introduce the Book of Joshua along with the first verses. In the Book of Joshua 1:1-10, the Scripture tells how God charges Joshua with the leadership role He has […]