Sermons on Spies:

Preparation For A New Step Of Faith Lesson 4 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 3, 2024

God uses unsaved people in the ministry of Christians.

A. YOUR ATTITUDE BEFORE ACTIONS 1. Act on what God has told you. “Arise, go over this Jordan . . . to the land which I am giving them” (1:2). a. God sends us. “Go into all the world and preach the gospel” (Mark 16:15). b. God wants to use us. “Yield ye your members” (Romans 6:13, KJV). c. God ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:2, Mark 16:15

Denomination: Baptist

The Providence Of God Series

Contributed by Hugh W. Davidson on Apr 18, 2009

Rahab teaches us in this passage that your past doesn’t determine your future but your choices do. And at the same time she also teaches us there’s no excuse for sin. No one can excuse themselves by saying, “I’m a product of my parents, the result of a wa

The providence of God Joshua 2:1-24 There was a list of warning labels that were pasted on products that seemed to be somewhat redundant. For instance: There was a warning on a baby stroller that said: remove child before folding. A warning on a brass fishing ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 2:1-24

Denomination: Baptist

Taking Possession Of All God Has Series

Contributed by Vinnie Cappetta on May 1, 2007

Do you ever wonder if you are taking advantage of all that God has for you? for your church?

Taking Possession of all that God has for you Joshua 1 Moses’ vision for the Promised Land was not fulfilled in Moses’ time. God gave him clear eye sight to see into the future, but he didn’t get to participate in the final vision (Deu. 34:1, 7). To see the vision ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Faith Vs. Fear Series

Contributed by Ken Little on Jul 23, 2014

When we step out in faith in power of God we become freed from fear.

Good morning everyone…I just have to say…it has been a pleasure to be spending the last three weeks up here with you…normally in children’s church after talking for like 3 minutes I have to stop my lesson and tell someone to stop poking their neighbor, or to remain in their ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Authorities Distinguished Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Apr 19, 2021

The plot was to twist Jesus' words in order to accuse Him. To accomplish this trickery Jewish authorities, attempt to implicate Jesus in rebellion against the Roman Government.

LUKE 20: 20-26 [JESUS’ LAST WEEK SERIES] AUTHORITIES DISTINGUISHED [Roman 13:1–7] The leaders now step back from personally trying to discredit the popular teacher. They hire spies to do their dirty work hoping to catch Jesus off guard as the spies’ act interested and innocent. Christ though ...read more

Scripture: Luke 20:19-26

Denomination: Baptist

Dealing With Doubt And Fear Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Feb 27, 2015

Message about Doubt and Fear just before Israel prepares to enter into the Promised land.

Note: Based on the book Pilgrims Promise by Bryan Cutshall On the Edge of the Promise of Land Theme: Doubt and Fear Text: Exodus 19, Numbers 13, 14 Getting Rid of Doubt Exodus 19:1 In the third month after the children of Israel had gone out of the land of Egypt, on the same day, they came to ...read more

Denomination: Church Of God

Overcoming Life’s Challenges

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Aug 31, 2011

(i) Focus on giants – you stumble. (ii) Focus on God – your giants tumble.

Opening illustration: Inevitably, trouble will invade our lives: A bad report from a medical test, the betrayal of a trusted friend, a child who rejects us, or a spouse who leaves us. The list of possibilities is long, but there are only two options: forge ahead on our own, or turn to God. Flying ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Scouting Out The First Step Of Your Vision Series

Contributed by Vinnie Cappetta on May 1, 2007

All that God wants for us is right there in front of us, but if we are not careful, we will forge ahead without the guidance of the Lord and miss out on much of what He has for us.

Scouting out the first step of your vision Joshua 2 Sent our secretly by Joshua the spies were led to Rahab’s house. Two walls somewhere around 12-15 feet high; built houses in between these walls. Why her house? 1. No questions asked (she was a harlot) 2. House was in the wall for ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 2:1-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Power Of 'nevertheless'

Contributed by Steven Shubert on Oct 24, 2004

With but one word, we can change the course of a dialogue, a situation, and an entire life; it all depends on how we harness The Power Of ’Nevertheless’.

The Power Of ‘Nevertheless’ Num.13: 23-33 Luke 5:4-6 Mark 14:35-39 I. Introduction A. In the English vocabulary, there are a handful of words that can change the entire context of a sentence, a conversation, even the outcome of an entire situation. B. In our text today, a single word has changed, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

Preparation For A New Step Of Faith Lesson 3 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Mar 30, 2017

Be faithful with the job God gave you to do.

A. YOUR ATTITUDE BEFORE ACTIONS 1. Act on what God has told you. “Arise, go over this Jordan . . . to the land which I am giving them” (1:2). a. God sends us. “Go into all the world and preach the gospel” (Mark 16:5). b. God wants to use us. “Yield ye your ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 2:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Lesson 3: Preparation For A New Step Of Faith

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Aug 31, 2012

How to Prepare for a New Step of Faith

Series: Learning Victory From Joshua Dr. Elmer Towns Lesson 3: Preparation For A New Step Of Faith July 29, 2012 A. YOUR ATTITUDE BEFORE ACTIONS 1. Act on what God has told you. “Arise, go over this Jordan . . . to the land which I am giving ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 2:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

What God Can Do With Fear

Contributed by Perry Greene on Aug 18, 2021

Fear is a sign of conquest. The fearful lose and the confident win.

What God Can Do with Fear Thank you for listening to GodNAmerica’s weekday podcast. My name is Perry Greene, I am your host. You may find us at GodNAmerica.com for more information and resources. There are certain themes that I have been catching myself repeating. Fear is one of those. I think it ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 2:8-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Faith In Action (Joshua 6)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Feb 8, 2025

Did Israel just believe and do nothing, or did they act in faith regarding Jericho? Let's look at Joshua 6.

What happened to Jericho? Did Israel just believe or put their faith into action? Let’s look at Joshua 6. What were God’s instructions to Joshua regarding the city of Jericho? Now Jericho was straitly shut up because of the children of Israel: none went out, and none came in. And the Lord said ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Grasshopper Faith

Contributed by Scott Weber on Mar 23, 2001

Will we live by faith or by calculation? Joshua and Caleb demonstrate faith that focuses on what God can and promises to do.

"Grasshopper Faith?" Numbers 13,14 Names are really interesting. Parents often spend countless hours deciding what to name their children. We know names are important. In some countries and cultures, names carry significant meanings intended to shape the character of the child. In some ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God Uses The Willing

Contributed by Wendell Blackburn on Feb 17, 2005

The Faith and willingness of Rahab to be used by God!

GOD USES THE WILLING!! Joshua 1 & 2 God sometimes uses people that you wouldn’t think That He would use – LIKE ME!!! OR someone that you think is not a Saint!!!! I guess if you are already good in the eyes of the Lord Then you couldn’t be the witness He sometimes looks for! After Moses Died - ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal