September 3, 2023 • Pastor Justin Keogh • Joshua 24
Today we finish our series in Joshua, where we have seen that God has been faithful from the beginning to the end. At the end of his life, Joshua calls Israel to serve the Lord wholeheartedly because of God’s gracious work on their behalf. God has been faithful, and the question remains: Will God’s people remain faithful, or will they return to the worship of idols?
Be Very Careful, Therefore, To Love the Lord
August 27, 2023 • Pastor Russ Collins • Joshua 23
We continue our series in Joshua, which details God’s faithfulness to his promises as he brings Israel into their inheritance in the land of Canaan. Over 20 years have passed since the events of the previous chapter. Joshua is close to death and summons the leaders of Israel to share some final words of wisdom and concern for the people he loves. Words that are relevant to us.
(Almost) War Between Brothers
August 20, 2023 • Pastor Marco Ribeiro • Joshua 22
We continue our series in Joshua, which details God’s faithfulness to his promises, as he brings Israel into their inheritance in the land of Canaan. After the war is supposedly over, nine and a half tribes get ready to go to war against their brothers over the threat of idolatry. Chapter 22 emphasizes the importance of corporate solidarity, and God’s faithfulness in keeping his people together.
Inhabiting the Promises
August 13, 2023 • Pastor Luke Davis • Joshua 13—21
We continue our series in Joshua, which details God’s faithfulness to his promises, as he brings Israel into their inheritance in the land of Canaan. The conquest is complete and the land lays subdued before the people. Now they must do the work of possessing this their new home. We will ask how the people then and we today can faithfully live into the astounding promises of God.
God Gives His People Rest
August 6, 2023 • Pastor Justin Keogh • Joshua 11, Joshua 12
We continue our series in Joshua, which details God’s faithfulness to his promises, as he brings Israel into their inheritance in the land of Canaan. The conquest of Canaan is completed in Joshua chapter 11, as God gives his people victory, rest, and the promised land as their possession. The summaries in chapters 11 and 12 highlight God’s faithfulness to all of his promises, and point to the future rest God’s people will receive in Christ.
The Lord Fights for You
July 30, 2023 • Pastor Justin Keogh • Joshua 10
We continue our series in Joshua, which details God’s faithfulness to his promises as he brings Israel into their inheritance in the land of Canaan. In chapter 10, the Lord fights for Israel and brings a complete victory over the southern kingdoms of Canaan, demonstrating his sovereignty over all creation, his victory over all his enemies, and his Lordship over all kingdoms - and calls us to trust him, to fight sin in his strength, and to submit our lives under his Lordship.
"Behold, We Are In Your Hand"
July 23, 2023 • Pastor Luke Davis • Joshua 9
We continue our series in Joshua, which details God’s faithfulness to his promises, as he brings Israel into their inheritance in the land of Canaan. Joshua and the leaders of Israel are duped into making a foolish mistake. In today’s passage we face deception, discontent, and the challenge of keeping covenant. Through it, though, we will become better acquainted with God’s mercy and deliverance.
The Battle of Restoration
July 16, 2023 • Pastor Luke Davis • Joshua 8
We continue our series in Joshua, which details God’s faithfulness to his promises, as he brings Israel into their inheritance in the land of Canaan. Joshua and the people of Israel are coming out of their first reckoning with sin and failure. How will God respond? Will the people continue to trust in their Lord? We will look at the roles God’s grace, holiness, and our faith have in restoration.
Hidden Sin in the Camp
July 9, 2023 • Pastor Russ Collins • Joshua 7
We continue our series in Joshua, which details God’s faithfulness to his promises, as he brings Israel into their inheritance in the land of Canaan. In chapter 7, Israel goes from victory to defeat because of hidden sin in the camp. God reveals that sin, even when hidden, causes severe consequences and corrupts the life of God’s people. Because God takes sin seriously, we should too.
God's Faithfulness on Display in Jericho
July 2, 2023 • Pastor Justin Keogh • Joshua 6
We continue our series in Joshua, which details God’s faithfulness to his promises as he brings Israel into their inheritance in the land of Canaan. In chapter 6, Israel takes the city of Jericho through unusual means, highlighting God's presence and power. Because God is faithful to his word, his judgment, and his mercy—we should live in faithful obedience, repentance, and life-long devotion.
How to Flourish in God's Promised Land
June 25, 2023 • Pastor Justin Keogh • Joshua 5:2–15
We continue our series in Joshua, which details God’s faithfulness to his promises, as he brings Israel into their inheritance in the land of Canaan. In chapter 5, Israel acts in obedience to their covenants with God, acting in faith to be holy, and to celebrate God’s deliverance. Joshua meets the commander of the Lord’s army, as a reminder of God’s presence and a call to continuing faithfulness, so that they might flourish in God’s promised land.
The Way Through
June 18, 2023 • Pastor Luke Davis • Joshua 3:1—5:1
We continue our series in Joshua, which details God’s faithfulness to his promises, as he brings Israel into their inheritance in the land of Canaan. In our passage the people of God find themselves at the border of the promised land facing an intimidating barrier. The manner in which God makes a way highlights His trustworthiness, the people’s faith, and points to the true and better deliverance through Jesus.
Surprising Faith and Scandalous Grace
June 11, 2023 • Pastor Justin Keogh • Joshua 2
We continue our series in Joshua, which details God’s faithfulness to his promises, as he brings Israel into their inheritance in the land of Canaan. In chapter 2, the story shifts to an unlikely heroine, a Canaanite prostitute named Rahab, who demonstrates a surprising faith and receives God’s scandalous grace. Rahab reminds us that no one is too far for God to reach, redeem, and use for his good purposes.
Who is Joshua?
June 4, 2023 • Pastor Justin Keogh • Joshua 1
Today we begin a new series in Joshua, which details God’s faithfulness to his promises. Israel, as God’s people, stand on the edge of the promised land, with Joshua as their new leader, ready to take possession of their inheritance. Yet before they can do so, they must know that God is with them as they face the battles ahead. We, too, need God’s presence, which is ours in Christ, to live new lives.
