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Glad Tidings

Summary


Jesus' birth is always linked to His death. His life is meant to create radical life change through faith.

Luke 2:1-20

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Worship and the Word

Summary

Everything in Israel's worship service pointed to Christ. Israel was called to obey the word, just as we are called to obey the Word.

Joshua 8:30-35

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Does God Commit Genocide?

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One of the most common arguments against God is the apparent genocide in Joshua. Understanding what God is doing in Joshua, and with Ai, requires a more in-depth look at God's mercy and judgement.
Joshua 8:1-29

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Jericho

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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?

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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

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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

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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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