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Key Thought: We should be dependent on God. So our lives will be an outworking of His will. As we commit our ways to Him, He will direct our steps. January 10, 2026 1. Have a volunteer read Philippians 1:3-8. Ask class members to share a short thought on what the most important point is … Continue reading –>
Key Thought: Paul faced many circumstances, but he saw a large purpose for what happened to him. And we can learn from him when we face our own trials. January 3, 2026 1. Have a volunteer read Ephesians 3:1. Ask class members to share a short thought on what the most important point is in … Continue reading –>
Key Thought: Joshua set a tension between two paths: one conformity, stability, and unity; the other toward disloyalty, uncertainty, and disintegration. At the crossroads, such a decision rests.. December 27, 2025 1. Have a volunteer read Joshua 24:2-13. Ask class members to share a short thought on what the most important point is in this … Continue reading –>
Key Thought: Joshua, near the end of his life, glances back at the victories of Israel, but at the same time, the path of future success for the Israelites. December 20, 2025 1. Have a volunteer read Joshua 23:1-5. Ask class members to share a short thought on what the most important point is in … Continue reading –>
Key Thought. With the land conquered, Israel started to unite in their identity. The tribes that had their land on the other side of the Jordan were allowed to go back to their land and built an altar to remember their commitment to one another.. December 13, 2025 1. Have a volunteer read Joshua 22:5-20. … Continue reading –>
Key Thought. This week we will look at typology and how the life of Joshua foreshadowed the ministry of the Messiah and the symbolism fulfilled in the church. December 6, 2025 1. Have a volunteer read Romans 5:14, I Corinthians 10:1-13, Hebrews 8:5, 9:23. Ask class members to share a short thought on what the … Continue reading –>
Key Thought: The land is important in the beginning with the promise to Israel and in the end when the meek shall inherit the earth. But to rest in the land is only through Jesus and spiritual rest. November 29, 2025 1. Have a volunteer read Exodus 3:8, Leviticus 20:22, 25:23, Numbers 13:27. Ask class … Continue reading –>
Key Thought: Joshua and Caleb had a strong faith in God that enabled them to stand boldly in defense of right. Through reliance in the same power, every true believer may receive strength and courage to overcome the most challenging trials. November 22, 2025 1. Have a volunteer read Joshua 14:6-14, Numbers 14:24, 32:12. Ask … Continue reading –>
Key Thought . Israel, in the middle of war, dedicated itself to the Lord. Often, we neglect to renew our commitment to God in worship and at the family altar due to laziness and busyness in our lives. November 15, 2025 1. Have a volunteer read Joshua 5:1-10 Ask class members to share a short … Continue reading –>
Key Thought: Israel’s worst enemy was the stubbornness and disregard to the guidance and instructions of God to them. Success depended only on surrender to Christ and a willingness to follow His will. November 8, 2025 1. Have a volunteer read Joshua 7. Ask class members to share a short thought on what the most … Continue reading –>
