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Joshua’s Farewell (Joshua 23-24)

Unit 7, Session 5  Dear families, The book of Joshua ends with a farewell address to God’s people about 20 years after they first found rest in the Promised Land. Joshua took one last opportunity to challenge the people to continue following the Lord and remind them how they were called to live in view of what GodContinue reading “Joshua’s Farewell (Joshua 23-24)”

Taking the Land (Joshua 10-11)

Unit 7, Session 4 Dear families, The promises of God never fail. Indeed, as Joshua continued to lead the people, God’s promise to give them the land of Canaan came true. God’s intervention and faithful provision were unmistakable as He fought for the Israelites in every battle to take the Promised Land. How do we see God’s omnipotenceContinue reading “Taking the Land (Joshua 10-11)”

Achan’s Sin and the Defeat of Ai (Joshua 7-8)

Unit 7, Session 3 Dear families, Joshua’s account of Achan’s sin and Ai’s defeat serves as a “part two” of the Israelites’ time in Jericho. Immediately following Israel’s victory over Jericho, we read of disobedience and God’s declaration to no longer be with Israel unless they removed what was set apart for Him (Joshua 7:12). God demonstrated His holinessContinue reading “Achan’s Sin and the Defeat of Ai (Joshua 7-8)”

Conquering Jericho (Joshua 2-4; 6)

Unit 7, Session 2 Dear families, After the Israelites crossed the Jordan River, they faced their next obstacle in the Promised Land: capturing the city of Jericho. Though Jericho was strongly fortified, God promised to hand over the city to His people. Only by trusting in God could the Israelites experience victory against Jericho. How do we seeContinue reading “Conquering Jericho (Joshua 2-4; 6)”

Crossing the Jordan River (Joshua 1; 3-4)

Unit 7, Session 1 Dear families, In Joshua 1, we learn the Israelites were preparing to enter the Promised Land following the death of Moses. God spoke directly to Joshua, commissioning him as the new leader of His people. The Lord commanded Joshua three times to be strong and courageous as he was about to guide the Israelites acrossContinue reading “Crossing the Jordan River (Joshua 1; 3-4)”

Moses’ Farewell (Deuteronomy 31-34)

Unit 6, Session 4 Dear families, Moses was an esteemed Old Testament figure who led God’s people faithfully, though imperfectly, away from Egyptian slavery and toward the Promised Land. As we follow his biblical narrative to Deuteronomy 31, we read how Moses began his parting speech to those he shepherded for 40 years. In whatContinue reading “Moses’ Farewell (Deuteronomy 31-34)”

The People Complained (Numbers 16; 20-21)

Unit 6, Session 3 Dear families, When we reflect on the Israelites’ journey to the Promised Land, nothing seems to more greatly characterize the posture of their hearts than their complaints. Despite the signs, miracles, protection, and provision they experienced, they remained reluctant to trust the Lord. Today’s passage highlights the Israelites’ inclination to disobeyContinue reading “The People Complained (Numbers 16; 20-21)”

The People Doubted (Numbers 13-14)

Unit 6, Session 2 Dear families, Numbers 13 and 14 describe the culmination of the Israelites’ dilemma of doubt. Though God continued to prove Himself faithful, the Israelites clung to their perception of certain death rather than the assurance of their God-given victory. They trusted in their own understanding rather than in God’s covenantal promises.Continue reading “The People Doubted (Numbers 13-14)”

The People Grumbled (Numbers 11-12)

Unit 6, Session 1 Dear families, The Israelites’ grumbling in Numbers 11 and 12 showcases God’s graciousness to provide abundantly more than their ungrateful hearts deserved. Though He made His presence visible among them, they did not believe He offered them His best. God’s people began to treat God’s miraculous provision as though it wereContinue reading “The People Grumbled (Numbers 11-12)”