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03: The Lord led them to an untrodden path, even to the bottom of Jordan (Josh 3:1 – 17)

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They crossed the Jordan River to enter Canaan. Why did the Lord make them go through this unusual path? πŸ‘‰ Read Joshua 3:1 - 17 Q1. Why did they keep their distance from the ark? (4) Answers πŸ‘‰ For they had not traveled that way before. Archaeological evidence does not indicate the presence of permanent bridges or well-trodden routes across the Jordan River near Jericho during the late Bronze Age. The priests would look for better courses along the terrain of the Jordan Valley, for there wasn’t a trodden road. Being distant from the priests would give the whole congregation less difficulty in passing the terrain. Q2. Why did they need to consecrate themselves? (5) Answer πŸ‘‰ The Lord will perform miraculous deeds among them. The Lord’s presence demands their cleanness. They were to consecrate themselves when God’s hand was among them. Then, how much more shall we do so, in whom God's Spirit lives! Q3. Why did God make them miraculously cross the Jordan River? (...

02: Rahab, the woman of faith, encouraged Joshua (Josh 2:1 – 24)

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Those clumsy spies were almost caught by the king of Jericho. They were able to save their lives through the protection and guidance of a prostitute with extraordinary wisdom.  πŸ‘‰ Read Joshua 2:1 - 24 Q1. (1 – 7) Joshua sent (       ) spies to Jericho to know about the city. As they entered the house of (              ) the prostitute, it was reported to Jericho's king. The king sent soldiers and asked for the spies. But Rahab hid them on the (              ) of her house. Answers πŸ‘‰ Two, Rahab, roof Q2. (9 – 14) Rahab’s words can be summarized in two sentences. “I know the Lord is handing (              ) over to you. We are absolutely (            ) of you, for we heard what (            ) has done.” “Give me a solemn (             ). Rescue us fro...

01: The Lord commissioned Joshua after Moses’ death. (Josh 1:1 – 18)

After Moses’ death, the Lord commissioned Joshua to lead the people to the land. A new era has come when the promise of the old era will be fulfilled. πŸ‘‰ Read Joshua 1:1 - 18 Q1. After Moses the Lord’s servant died, the Lord said to Joshua. “Moses my (             ) is dead. Now, lead these people into the land that I am giving to them. I am handing over to (          ) every place you set (         ), just as I promised (            ). Your territory will excel.” Answers πŸ‘‰ “Moses my ( servant  ) is dead. Now, lead these people into the land that I am giving to them. I am handing over to ( you  ) every place you set (  feet ), just as I promised ( Moses  ). Your territory will excel.” Q2. “As I was with (          ), so I will be with (           ).” Answer πŸ‘‰ “As I was with (...