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The Book of JoshuaTo Canaans Land Im On My Way

Joshua 6Lessons for TodayWe are saved today by Gods gift (grace) and our faith (6:1-3,16; Eph. 2:8-9).We must have the same faith today that caused the walls of Jericho to fall (6:3-21; Heb. 11:30).Gods ways are not mans ways (6:3-21; Isa. 55:8-9).The first fruits belong to the Lord (6:18; Rom. 8:23; 16:5).

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Joshua 6Lessons for TodaySome people will be saved and some will be destroyed in the judgment of the Lord (6:22-25; Mt. 25:46).God-fearing men are honest and keep their word (6:22; Jas. 5:12).The Lords promises will come true regardless of the long passing of time (6:26; 2 Peter 3:3-10).The Lord will be with and bless all those who do his will (6:27; Mt. 28:20; Rom. 15:33).

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Joshuas Camp Headquarters at Gilgal(Josh. 4:19-20; 5:9-10; 9:6; 10:6,7,9,15,43)Defeat and Victory at Ai( Joshua 7-8)Ai*

All the Law Read to All the People( Deut. 27:1-14 and Josh. 8:30-25 )*

Joshua 7Lessons for TodayTrespassing the word of God causes the Lord to become angry (7:1,26; Heb. 10:31; 12:29).When defeat causes discouragement we should turn to God (7:6-9; Rom. 8:31-39).Transgression will bring defeat to the one who commits it (7:10-12; Prov. 15:34).Transgression must be sought out and eradicated and the punishment for trespassing the word of God should be taken seriously by all (7:13-19,22-26; Acts 8:22-23; 1 Cor. 5:1-8).

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Joshua 7Lessons for TodayTransgression brings folly and death to the one who commits it (7:15,25; Rom. 6:23).Let us give glory to God by confessing guilt (7:19; Jas. 5:16).Sin is progressive in its steps: looking can lead to lusting (coveting) and lusting can lead to taking (7:20-21; Jas. 1:14-15).Sin cannot be hid from God (7:21; Heb. 4:12-13).

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Joshua 8Lessons for TodayAll the people (including the children) need to hear all the word of God, both the blessings and the cursings (8:30-35; Eph.6:4; 2 Tim. 1:5; 3:15).When leaders and followers read and obey the book of the law great things will be accomplished for the Lord (8:32-35; 2 Tim. 2:15; 3:16-17).

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Conquer and Divided: Joshuas Three Campaigns1. Central Campaign(Josh. 6-8)2. Southern Campaign(Josh. 9-10)3. Northern Campaign(Josh. 11)312*

Joshua 9Lessons for TodayThings are not always what they seem (9:4; 2 Cor. 11:14; 2 Thess. 2:9-10).It is important to ask God first and get his word (counsel) on a matter before proceeding (9:14; Mt. 17:5; Heb. 12:1-2).It is important to keep our oaths and promises even if it is to our own hurt (9:19-20; Psa. 15:4; Jas. 5:12).Dishonesty never pays (9:25; Rev. 21:8).

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Joshua 10Lessons for TodayWe must not have a spirit of fear when fighting our battles (10:8,25; 2 Tim. 1:7-8).The Lord is in control of his universe (10:11-14; Gen. 1:14; Col. 1:17; Heb. 1:3).The Lord will help us fight our battles (10:14,42; Eph. 6:10ff).All of the Lords enemies will one day be conquered (10:24; Rom. 16:20; 1 Cor. 15:25).

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Joshua 10Lessons for TodayLeaders who are strong and courageous (see Josh. 1:7-9) will encourage their followers to be the same (10:25; Eph. 6:10ff; 2 Tim. 1:7-8).Faithfully obey the Lords commands no matter how challenging they may be and victory will follow (10:40; 1 Jn. 5:3-4).

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Conquer and Divided: Joshuas Three Campaigns1. Central Campaign(Josh. 6-8)2. Southern Campaign(Josh. 9-10)3. Northern Campaign(Josh. 11)312*

Joshua 11Lessons for TodayDo not be afraid to do the Lords will knowing that he will be with you (11:6; Mt. 10:28; Acts 18:9).Carry out the commands of the Lord with courage and conviction (11:12,15,20,23; Jn. 14:15; 1 Jn. 5:4).Leave nothing undone of all that the Lord commands (11:15; Mt. 23:23; Jas. 4;17).Hardened hearts will cause one to resist God and his word (11:20; Prov. 28:14; Heb. 3:8,15; 4:7).

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Joshua 11Lessons for TodayNo enemy is too strong for the Lord and his people (11:21-22; 1 Jn. 4:4).Rest comes after labor (11:23; Heb. 4:9-11; Rev. 14:13).

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Joshua 12Lessons for TodayThe life of a Christian is a spiritual warfare (12:1,7; Eph. 6:10ff).God keeps his word (12:6; Tit. 1:2).No one can withstand God (12:23; Acts 5:39).

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Joshuas Three Campaigns (Josh. 6-12)Summary of LessonsJoshua: Godly men are needed to lead Gods people into battle (2 Tim. 4:5-8).Israel: Every Christian is a soldier engaged in spiritual battle for the soul (2 Tim. 2:3-4).Nations: Christians have enemies that must be conquered (Eph. 6:10ff).God: The Lord will always fight for his people who remain faithful to him (Rev. 19:11 20:10).

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Outline of the BookThe Conquest of Canaan (Joshua 1-12)Conquest prepared (Joshua 1-5)Conquest carried out (Joshua 6-12)The Division of Canaan (Joshua 13-24)Division east of the Jordan (13)Division west of the Jordan (14-19)Division of the cities (21-22)Division conditions and reminders (22-24)*

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