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Lesson 1: Joshua 1:1-9

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Aug 31, 2012

5 Steps for Future Success According to the Faith of Joshua

Series: The Faith of Joshua Dr. Elmer Towns Lesson 1: Joshua 1:1-9 July 8, 2012 A. THE HINGE OF HISTORY “After the death of Moses, the servant of the LORD, the LORD said to Joshua, Moses’ assistant; ‘Moses is dead. Now it is time for you to lead My ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Lesson 2: Joshua 1:10-11

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Aug 31, 2012

Getting the Israelites Ready for a Big Task

Series: The Faith of Joshua Dr. Elmer Towns Lesson 2: July 15, 2012 A. GETTING READY FOR A BIG TASK “And Joshua commanded the leaders of Israel, ‘Go tell the people prepare food and get everything else ready because in three days we ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:10-11

Denomination: Baptist

Joshua's First Message On Separation Ch. 23 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 20, 2017

Two messages at the end of Joshua's life.

A. JOSHUA’S MESSAGE OF EXHORTATION AND WARNING 1. This is first of two messages at the end of Joshua’s life. “Joshua called . . . leaders” (23:2). “Joshua gathered all the tribe” (4:1). FIRST SECOND Leaders All people From his heart From God Shiloh ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 23:6-8

Denomination: Baptist

“joshua & Caleb: A Portrait Of Commitment” Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Oct 31, 2016

Joshua and Caleb are great examples of commitment.

We've looked at the example of Noah and Abraham, as we considered the importance of faith and obedience. Now, we're going to look at Joshua and Caleb, who give us a portrait of commitment. You're familiar with the term "oxymoron" aren't you? An oxymoron is defined as "a figure of speech in which ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Joshua 1:10-11 Lesson 2 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 15, 2019

When followers buy into your vision, they buy into your leadership.

A. GETTING READY FOR A BIG TASK “And Joshua commanded the leaders of Israel, ‘Go tell the people prepare food and get everything else ready because in three days we will cross the Jordan River and take possession of the land God has given to us’” (Josh. 1, 10-11, ELT). 1. Secure allegiance of ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:10-11

Denomination: Baptist

Joshua 1: The Times, They Were A-Changin’ Series

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Feb 19, 2024

This is the first message in a series based on the Book of Joshua. In this first chapter, Joshua received some very encouraging news from the LORD which helped him lead Israel to the Promised Land.

Introduction: Change happens. There’s no doubt about that. Way back in 1964, Bob Dylan recorded a song called “The Times They Are A-Changing (which I’ve never heard)”, talking about various things. In the text, we see that in just 40 years, Israel had seen any number of changes. They had ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

A Prostitute's Faith (Joshua 2)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Feb 3, 2025

What can we learn about faith from a Prostitute? Let's look at Joshua 2.

Are we scandalized that a prostitute can teach us about faith? Does she teach us the difference between a dead faith that does nothing and a living faith that acts? Do we sometimes act imperfectly even in faith? Let’s begin in Joshua 2. Did Joshua send scouts to spy out the walled city of ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Gibeon's Deception (Joshua 9)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Feb 10, 2025

Are there rash decisions we make without prayer? Let's look at Joshua 9.

What happened to Israel when they neglected to ask God about an important decision? Should we ask God for discernment in a world of deception? Let’s look at Joshua 9. Did the kings of the land join forces to fight against Israel? Now when all the kings west of the Jordan heard about these ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Manasseh's Inheritance (Joshua 17)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Feb 18, 2025

Did Manasseh have problems because they didn't put their faith to work? Let's look at Joshua 17.

Are some of our problems caused because we did not act in faith? Is true faith seen in action? Let’s begin in Joshua 17. Where was the inheritance of the half tribe of Manasseh east of the Jordan River? Then allotment was made to the people of Manasseh, for he was the firstborn of Joseph. To ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of An Acts 1:8 Church Series

Contributed by Josh Mcdowell on Mar 9, 2005

A simple study of Acts 1:1-8.

The Power of An Acts 1:8 Church (Acts 1:1-8) First message in a series through Acts 1. Jesus Models the Holy Spirit’s Presence(Verse 3) To those He also presented Himself alive… appearing to them over a period of forty days. Wow, it seems to me that Jesus literally modeled the presence of the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Faith Amidst Fear Series

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Sep 8, 2009

This sermon is the first of five from a sermon series on the book of Joshua entitled: Faith Factor. We learn that just as God promised to be with Joshua he promises to be with us. That promise doesn’t just give us peace; it gives us courage. (Sermon adapt

A child watching him would have wondered why this soldier was so reluctant to cross a little stream? Surely he wasn’t afraid of the water, was he? No, Julius Caesar was not afraid of water. In fact there wasn’t much that famed Roman general was afraid of. Nevertheless Caesar was reluctant to cross ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-9

Denomination: Lutheran

Against All Odds

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Jan 1, 2001

Joshua learned from Moses, leaned on God and let God be in control.

Carrie Bryant tells about the time her brother moved to California, and her parents needed to get his car out to him. Her Mom decided to drive the car out and then her husband would fly out for Christmas, and they would fly home together. But the day before the trip, her mother fell and broke her ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-9

Denomination: Methodist

The Way Of All The Earth

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 21, 2010

The Way of All the Earth (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

Reading: Chapters 23 & 24. Ill: You know that you are getting old when: • When everything that works hurts, and what doesn’t hurt doesn’t work. • Your try to straighten out the wrinkles in your socks and discover you aren't wearing any. • You look forward ...read more

Denomination: Brethren

Rahab's Rehab Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Oct 15, 2008

From call girl to convert-This was much more than a rehabilitation. She wasn’t reformed or conformed-she was transformed! An added benefit: she became part of the line of Christ-a Greeeaaat G’ma of the Messiah! Link inc. to formatted text, audio, P’pt.

Rahab’s Rehab Joshua 2:1-21; Hebrews 11.31 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/Rahab.html God rewards faith with His salvation...even in the guiltiest sinner. This woman went from being a call girl to being converted by just believing. And she went from ‘zero’ to ‘hero’ in nothing flat! Truly this ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 2:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

Critical Choices Series

Contributed by David Welch on Jun 27, 2018

Message 14 in our journey with Joshua into the Promised Land looking at the distribution of territory and Joshua's farewell address.

Joshua Series #14 The Amazing Race to Rest & Reward “Critical Choices” Review I. Purge the Land 1-12 A. God Prepared Joshua for leadership 1 B. Joshua prepared the people to possess the land 2 C. Israel Purged the Canaanites 2-11 1. Central Campaign 6-10 2. The Southern ...read more

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance