Sermons on Joshua 1:1-8:

Joshua Commission

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 21, 2010

Joshua Commission. (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

Reading: Joshua chapter 1 verses 1-16. Ill: George was 28 years old, single, and still living with his parents. • One Sunday morning, George told his mother he wasn’t going to church. • "First," he said, "I’m tired. Second, the people there don’t like ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-16

Denomination: Brethren

Promised Land Doesn't Mean Problem Free Series

Contributed by Andrew Drummond on Aug 26, 2009

Often we have a crazy notion that somewhere along the Christian journey things should become really easy and we equate that with our lives being blessed. When we adopt this thinking we add societal truths to biblical truths, which leads to disappointment

Often we have a crazy notion that somewhere along the Christian journey things should become really easy and we equate that with our lives being blessed. When we adopt this thinking we add societal wants to biblical truths, which leads to disappointment and disenchantment. Nowhere in all of the ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-9, Joshua 1:8

Facing Your Fear Series

Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Sep 7, 2009

How do we live fearless lives as Christians? God’s heart is that we not just survive, but thrive (adapted from a series taught by Pastor Larry Osborne, North Coast Church).

Introduction Part 2- Fearless (adapted from a series by Pastor Larry Osborne/Chris Brown from North Coast Church). Review Last time-looked at Daniel/his captivity in Babylon- Babylon was a very dark culture Premise of what we discussed- based on this question- How do we survive and even ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-9

Denomination: Charismatic

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

Moving From Bootcamp To The Battlefield

Contributed by Kirk Devine on Sep 26, 2009

This message deals with the idea that we in the body of Christ have to stop being worked on so we can do the work!

MOVING FROM BOOTCAMP TO THE BATTLEFIELD JOSHUA 1:2-18 BE DECISIVE (v 2-6) (v2) - You cannot live in the past - God has given you an assignment; make a decision based on where you’re going, ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:2-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Find Freedom From Your Fears

Contributed by David Cook on Jun 8, 2010

You can find freedom from your fears through God's Word.

INTRO: Top Fears People Face…1. Speaking in front of a group 2. Heights 3. Insects and bugs, financial problems and deep water 4. Sickness 5. Death 6. Flying 7. Loneliness 8. Dogs…Most of the fears we face every day are not based on facts, rather our own feelings. A popular University ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Memorizing And Meditating For The Master

Contributed by Larry Wolfe on Jul 6, 2009

Outline focusing on the need for memorizing and meditating on Scripture

"Memorizing and Meditating for the Master" (3-M Sermon Outline) I. The Saints Powerful Testimony A. Moses, Joshua, David, Solomon (Deut.6:4-9; Josh. 1:8; Ps.1:2, 3; Prov.2:1-7) B. Paul, Peter, James, John (Col.3:16; I Pet. 2:2; Js.1:22; I John 2:14) II. The Spirit/Word Powerful Testimony A. ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:8

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Hebrew Word Study Of Meditation

Contributed by Larry Wolfe on Jul 6, 2009

A brief but in depth outline of the Hebrew words used to define meditation

Meditate/Meditation: A Bible Word Study I. ’Soo-akh’: English Transliteration of Hebrew Verb A.Definition: Action word meaning: To muse, commune, or speak B. First Mention: Genesis 24:63-"And Isaac went out to MEDITATE in the field at the eventide: and he lifted up his eyes, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 24:63, Joshua 1:5

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Precious Stones-Carry Them With You Series

Contributed by Ricardo Rodriguez on Jul 15, 2009

Josh 1:8 “This book of the law shall not depart out of thy mouth; but thou shalt meditate therein day and night, that thou mayest observe to do according to all that is written therein: for then thou shalt make thy way prosperous, and then thou shalt hav

Precious Stones “Carry Them With You” 1/4/2007 - Marsing, ID Ricardo Rodriguez – pastor_rr@yahoo.com Josh 1:8 “This book of the law shall not depart out of thy mouth; but thou shalt meditate therein day and night, that thou mayest observe to do according to all that is written therein: for then ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:8

Denomination: Apostolic

Faith And Courage

Contributed by S S on Aug 3, 2009

Sermon on Joshua 1:1-9 - Faith and Courage.

Joshua 1:1-9 Faith and Courage Introduction - facing transitions - fear and discouragement 1.v.1-4 God’s purposes for Joshua - Cross to the land (God giving them) - every place given - endless territory (1 Cor 2:9) 2.v.5 God’s promises to Joshua - no man able to stand (Isa 54:17) - never fail or ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-9

Denomination: *other

Be Strong

Contributed by Daniel Haas on Jul 19, 2011

The commandment "Be strong and courageous" is given three times. Obviously it cannot be easily accepted...

Joshua 1:1-9 Joshua - called to leadership - Moses died before leading the people into the promised land - relate to forefathers - V6: "Be strong and courageous; for you shall put this people in possession of the land that I swore to their ancestors to give them." Leadership - Annual Meeting ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-9, Joshua 1:16-19

Denomination: Congregational

Now Jericho

Contributed by Ken Hubbard on Feb 2, 2010

This sermon addresses how Jericho represents the "battle before the blessings, and how we get ready for Jericho through discipleship and forward thinking.

INTRO * I’ve taken you on a journey o Out of Egypt to Canaan * They are finally in Canaan * And they are facing Jericho Jericho = stronghold strength protection * Jericho marks the place of battle before blessing * They are now at Jericho o Now is a time word o Something had to proceed ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Be Strong And Courageous

Contributed by Daniel Austin on Feb 15, 2010

God will grant us His success if we follow the advice of Joshua, doing what is commanded in God’s word, holding His word in our hearts and mouths, and meditating on His word day and night.

Resolve to Live in the Word 01/20/08 PM Reading: Joshua 1:1-9 Introduction At this time, the beginning of a New Year, many look back and examine their lives and resolve to make some changes, changes which it is hoped will lead to success in the New Year. This is what we are going to examine today, ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Getting Ready For A Change

Contributed by Bishop Johnathan Hester on Feb 18, 2010

. Have you ever wished during an especially wonderful time in your life that you could freeze things right where they were?

Getting Ready for a Change Joshua 1:1-1:16 Introduction: 1. Have you ever wished during an especially wonderful time in your life that you could freeze things right where they were? I remember having that thought a number of years ago my family was spending time with my parents, they were ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-16

Denomination: Apostolic

The Meditation Of My Heart Series

Contributed by Daniel Austin on Feb 28, 2010

The Word of God belongs in our heart, in our mouth, and in our lives.

The Meditation of My Heart 07/27/08 AM Text: Joshua 1:8 Introduction For the past two weeks we have been exploring the Word of God through the Word of God. We have learned that all scripture is inspired from God and we have learned the use of scripture for teaching, reproof, correction and training ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ