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Jericho

Summary


The story of Jericho is rich with imagery. It dramatically points to the new and living Covenant.

Joshua 6

 

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The Commander of the Lord's Army

Summary

The book of Joshua pivots when Joshua meets a mysterious figure. The encounter with the Commander is so important in understanding God's purposes.

Joshua 5:13-15

 

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Entering the Promise - Part 2

Summary

Israel was fit to enter the Promised Land because of their obedience to God. For the Church, obedience is born out of the freedom and promise found in Jesus.

Joshua 5:1-12

 

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Entering the Promise - Part 1

Summary

The way in which Israel followed the ark of the covenant beautifully illustrates how we follow Jesus. Both lead into battle.

Joshua 3-4

 

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Rahab

Summary

The story of Rahab shows us how history and faith are intertwined. To not know the history of God's people is to not know God.

Joshua 2

 

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Be Strong and Courageous

Summary

Joshua is established as the leader of Israel. Israel's promises were his, and he had to make them his. Christ's promises are yours, and you have to make them yours.

Joshua 1:1-18

 

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Israel's Choice

Summary

A look at Deuteronomy helps to set the stage for Joshua while Israel faces two major changes. And there is much more to the Promised Land than the geography of Palestine.

Deuteronomy 30:11-20

 

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Living the Vision

Summary

Having a soul satisfied by God is a light unto all people. Pastor Fletch also offers some suggestions about how to be a light.

Matthew 5:11-16

 

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So All People Will KNOW JOY in God

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We were created to know joy and to share in God's happiness. Sin takes life and joy. Christ restores what sin has taken.

Psalm 16:11

 

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Is My Bible Wrong?

Summary

God has preserved His self-authenticating Word with stunning accuracy. Mark 16:9-20 is a proof of this.

Mark 16:9-20

 

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Do You Believe

Summary

All of Mark is pointing towards one question. Belief looks like action, self denial, and speaking

Mark 15:40-16:8

 

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The Son of God

Summary

The wrath of God poured out on the Son of God so that we might become the children of God. Peering into the mystery of the cross leads to joy-filled worship.

Mark 15:33-39

 

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The Cross

Summary

Jesus endured the shame of the cross so we would not have to. He then invites us to follow Him to the cross.

Mark 15:16-32

 

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The World Rejects Christ

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In the face of shame and rejection, Jesus is utterly silent. He chose the cross for joy!

Mark 15:1-5

 

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The True Witness

Summary

Peter shows us that to be a true witness for Jesus is to walk into suffering and self-denial.

Mark 14:53-72

 

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