Susan B

Q5. (Joshua 24:15-27) What was Joshua’s challenge to the Israelites? How does God seem to challenge you? What is He saying to you? What do you plan to do about it? Joshua's challenge was not only to turn away from idols but to turn to God wholeheartedly. This is a personal challenge as I am distracted by everything and anything. I am working on stilling the mind. I sit in stillness in the morning and speak to and listen for God. I

The presence of idols is a distraction from worshiping the one true God and a temptation to stray to something that seems more attractive . the idols in my life are consumerism...boy do I love to shop but things I buy do not fulfill me spiritually. I also practice yoga which is great for my mind and body. however there is a spiritual side of yoga that in my mind crosses into idol worship

It is interesting that even a nation who could experience God on such a personal level did not have faith. I think fear is the Devils best weapon. It is easy-to-use, effective and can be applied to anyone and used in any situation. Caleb and Joshua had a military mentality...they didn't questioney obeyed. their minds were free of distraction as they dedicated themselves to God's mission. you would assume that every thing God led them through the obedience God ecpected would be natural but even after all that time Israel was reluctant

Bob Munger compares Christ entering the rooms of our home. at first the entrance then each individual room. when we surrender to Christ he cleans up our mess. the ugly things fade away.

Taking the Lord's name in vain is common practice today even among Christians. It ignores the power of God, his deity and reduces Him to the common place and vulgar. We takes promises lightly because our societies have influenced us and to thinking breaking a promise or vow is unimportant and inconsequential.

Oh yes, the sin of one person can destroy a nation. Look at the evil rulers of the past. Look at church leaders whose misconduct it has caused the collapse of their churches. Confession lies rumors and conjecture and let's the healing begin.

The slaughter of people in Jericho is difficult. However I have to believe th at they too had a chance to repent and refused. He raised his chosen over the nonbelievers.

Seven is the symbol used to indicate completion. The journey to the Promised land is complete. The preparation to take the city is complete. The ark symbolizes God among us. While some believe God used an earthquake to bring the walls down. I don't agree. God didn't want to hide behind some geological phenomenon . He wanted everyone.....friend and foe....He was moving on earth

'I'm not sure how to answer this. In the passage it was clear God was with Joshua as long as Joshua was fighting God's battles... God is with us as long as the reason is just. How do we know if our cause is just? What if it's not? Are we sunk without aid?

Joshua had his men erect a memorial as a testament to what God had done. This time of building also gave the people a chance to stop, recollect and reflect what God had done. N It also served a reminder of God's faithfulness. As they entered into their own unknown territory, physical, mental or spiritual, God will be faithful.

I don't know why I went from 3 to 5 anyway. The ceasing of manna marked the fulfillment of a promise to deliver the people of Israel to th ed promised land. The people's were no longer nomads and could settle down to raise food. There are times in life when we stumble in darkness and we only survive by Following God's hands. My life is in the season of planting and rebirth

It is interesting to consider this short relocation.I like ducminhs resonate that the sheer number of people necessitated a short move. However, complacency could have also played a large part. When preparing for warfare there is a staging process and each stage heightens your awareness and mindset for engagement I too have gotten complacent in my relationship with God, Life is good. However I can't just settle for a comfortable life here- I must always prepare for my homecoming so every day I should be focused on His will

God didn't commend Rahab for her lie but rather her faith and obedience. Lying is always a sin but telling the truth would have jeopardized her mission. I don't be level lying is ever justified it is sinful but I think intent is important. Malicious lies are hurtful Rahas lie was meant to protect God's chosen.

The delivery into the Promised land was not without trials of its own. Joshua s personal relationship with GOD was important because getting there was just the beginning. If God is with me then I have no limitations but the fear visited upon me by Satan