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Joshua: Courageous Christian Living

Be Strong And Fear Not

October 12, 2014 • Pastor John Miller

How can a believer live a Spirit filled life and experience God’s favor and joy? For Joshua he knew that they needed a new leader and new land and a new life. This meant that they would need to be strong, courageous and find the encouragement and promises of God. We can do the same by keeping God’s holy word at the center of our lives filtering each step by the scriptures. Pastor John Miller begins our study on the life of Joshua with an expository message titled “Be Strong And Fear Not” using Joshua 1:1-9 as his text.

A Prostitute’s Faith

October 19, 2014 • Pastor John Miller

In the book of Joshua, we hear about a woman named Rahab a harlot who by God’s mercy and love saves her through faith. As Joshua sends the people of Israel to the banks of the Jordan and within three days Rahab believes, tells a lie to save lives, hides two spies declares “…God is in heaven above and on earth beneath.” Through faith by grace Rahab and her whole family finds salvation and the love of God. Pastor John Miller continues our study on the life of Joshua with an expository message titled “A Prostitute’s Faith” using Joshua 2 as his text.

How To Face The Impossible

October 26, 2014 • Pastor John Miller

Joshua gets up early in the morning to pray to, speak with and hear from the Lord. He focuses his eyes on the Lord and is ready to follow God’s instruction. Although Joshua and the people see the rushing waves of the Jordan River from its banks Joshua exclaims in obedience, “Sanctify yourselves, for tomorrow the LORD will do wonder among you.” Pastor John Miller continues our study on the life of Joshua with an expository message titled “How To Face The Impossible” using Joshua 3 as his text.

Preparing For The Conquest

November 2, 2014 • Pastor John Miller

From the book of Joshua we learn how everything is in God’s perfect timing. As the Lord prepares the Nation of Israel, he speaks to Joshua saying, “Choose twelve men from among the people…” We see the instruction from the Father and His miracles for His people. Pastor John Miller continues our study on the life of Joshua with an expository message titled “Preparing for the Conquest” using Joshua 4:19-24 & 5 as his text.

Let The Walls Fall Down

November 9, 2014 • Pastor John Miller

The Lord spoke to Joshua saying, “See, I have delivered Jericho into your hands…” God means what He says and asks His children to trust and obey His instruction. We learn how to face our enemies and conquer each trial although it may look to big for our understanding. Pastor John Miller continues our study on the life of Joshua with an expository message titled “Let The Walls Fall Down” using Joshua 6:1-25 as his text.

The Agony Of Defeat

November 16, 2014 • Pastor John Miller

In Chapter 7 of Joshua, the Israelites have now sinned and have become unfaithful in their ways. Now the people of Israel experience defeat as their enemies chase and kill them. However, the Lord warns and instructs Joshua and the people back to obedience and safety. The people listen and take refuge. Pastor John Miller continues our study on the life of Joshua with an expository message titled “The Agony Of Defeat” using Joshua 7 as his text.

Failure: The Backdoor To Success

November 23, 2014 • Pastor John Miller

In Chapter 8 the Lord supports Joshua by these words of encouragement, “Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged.” There are new beginnings with our Father in Heaven. As Joshua listens and obeys God, he can begin again after defeat. Through instruction and obedience, victory may show forth. Pastor John Miller continues our study on the life of Joshua with an expository message titled “Failure: The Backdoor To Success” using Joshua 8 as his text.

Dealing With The Devil

November 30, 2014 • Pastor John Miller

In Joshua Chapter 9 is the story of how the Gibeonites deceived the Israelites. Satan attacks God’s people by deception through his subtle devices. Joshua learns this lesson first hand. As we read and learn from his mistakes, we know that God has given us good instruction on this subject of the devil and his agenda. Pastor John Miller continues our study on the life of Joshua with an expository message titled “Dealing With The Devil” using Joshua 9 as his text.

Essentials for Battle

December 7, 2014 • Pastor John Miller

In the book of Joshua Chapter 10, the people of Israel are facing a battle. God will turn Joshua’s earlier mistake to a blessing and on to victory. We learn in this lesson that we can commit to God and maintain integrity, have utter dependence on the Lord, effectively pray and have the willingness to do our part for the Glory of God. Pastor John Miller continues our study on the life of Joshua with an expository message titled “Essentials for Battle” using Joshua 10:1-14 as his text.

Caleb The Magnificent Old Man

January 4, 2015 • Pastor John Miller

In Joshua 14 we learn how Caleb in his old age is ready for any battle or challenge God may send his way. We read, “The land on which your feet have walked will be your inheritance and that of your children forever, because you have followed the LORD God whole heartedly.” Pastor John Miller continues our study on the life of Joshua with an expository message titled “Caleb The Magnificent Old Man” using Joshua 14:6-15 as his text.

How To Stand Fast In The Lord

January 11, 2015 • Pastor John Miller

Now Joshua is old in age and in Chapter 23 of Joshua, we hear of the warning for Joshua’s descendants. The danger is that the next generation will forget the Lord and His provision of protection and many other blessings. We are to remember God grace and its goodness as we cleave to His side. Pastor John Miller continues our study on the life of Joshua with an expository message titled “How To Stand Fast In The Lord” using Joshua 23 as his text.

A Call To Commitment

January 18, 2015 • Pastor John Miller

The great scripture in book of Joshua says, “…as for me and my house we will serve the LORD.” Joshua is speaking of a solemn covenant with God Almighty. It is by deliberate choice that we decide on Jesus and His Gospel. Joshua encourages the Israelites to serve the one and only true God. Pastor John Miller concludes our study on the life of Joshua with an expository message titled “A Call To Commitment” using Joshua 24:14-28 as his text.