Joshua 1

Joshua Week 1
Where did you go the first time you drove a car by yourself?
Joshua – The Book
History (Joshua – Ester)
Themes – Conquering Canaan, Obedience, God as the ultimate promise Keeper, and Courage under pressure.

Taking Responsibility

Joshua 1:1-9 (Look for Promises)
2)I am giving you the land
3)I have given it to you
4)describes the boundaries
5)No man will be able to stand before you all of the days of your life.
9)God is with you.

Joshua was put in charge of Israel – ordered into battle – and given clear marching orders.
He was also given a lot of encouragement (Strong and Courageous)
V6,V7,V9 –God
V18 – Israel Speaking
Deuteronomy 31:7 Moses Speaking

Why do you think Joshua needed so much encouragement to be strong and courageous?

Truth Honor and Bravery!

When do you need encouragement?
How do you give encouragement to others?

Look again at verse 8 –
What is the relationship between God’s law and Joshua’s success?

Is that relationship valid today?
What does it mean for a Christian to have success?

16-18 Israel’ response
Off to the right foot, but has a hollow ring. They did not obey Moses.
They had good intentions.

As you face challenges you can:
Look to God’s promises
Meditate on His Word
Take encouragement from others, and
Take Command – V10-15