In this episode of Sermon Notes, host Jay Strother is joined by guests Brian Ball and Aaron Bryant for a profound discussion centered on the empowering concept of choosing life through obedience to God's word, as emphasized in Deuteronomy.
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In these passages from Joshua 7 to 10, the Israelites face defeat at Ai due to the sin of Achan, but after dealing with the sin and renewing their commitment to the law, they successfully conquer Ai and other cities, with miraculous interventions such as the sun standing still to aid them in battle. Despite initial deception by the Gibeonites, Joshua leads the Israelites to victory over multiple enemy kings and cities, fulfilling God's command to conquer the Promised Land.
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Today’s Reading: Read Joshua 6:1-5; 12-16 Brainstorm what you think you would need to fight a battle. Make a list – be as specific as...
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In Joshua 3-6, the Israelites cross the Jordan, commemorating the event with twelve stones. Following circumcision and the observance of Passover, they conquer Jericho through divine instruction, sparing Rahab and her family. Joshua's fame spreads, and a curse is pronounced upon anyone who rebuilds Jericho.
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Today’s Reading: Read Joshua 3- Joshua 4:17 Take a walk as a family and gather 12 stones. As you’re walking, take time to remember some...
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GOSPEL CONVERSATION OPPORTUNITY Read Matthew 1. Look for Rahab’s name. Talk about the fact that even though Rahab was a Canaanite, one of the enemies...
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Today’s Reading: Read Joshua 1:1-11; Joshua 2:2-24 It was finally time! After years of wandering in the wilderness, the Israelites were finally ready to cross...
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In Joshua 1-2, following Moses's death, Joshua is encouraged by God to lead the Israelites into the promised land, with reassurance of divine presence and success. Meanwhile, spies sent by Joshua scout Jericho, encountering Rahab, who protects them and seeks assurance of safety for her family. Additionally, Psalm 105 recounts God's faithfulness to his people throughout history, highlighting his covenant promises and miraculous deeds.
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Today’s Reading: Read Deuteronomy 31:7; Deuteronomy 34:1-8 Do you like to try new things? Change can be hard, can’t it? As a family today, try...
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In Deuteronomy 31-34, Moses, at the age of 120, acknowledged he could no longer lead Israel and passed the mantle to Joshua, encouraging him to be strong and courageous as they prepared to enter the promised land. Despite his impending death, Moses blessed each tribe of Israel and ascended Mount Nebo, where God showed him the land but declared he would not enter, and there Moses died, mourned by the Israelites for thirty days, leaving Joshua to lead the people into their inheritance.
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Today’s Reading: Read Deuteronomy 28:1-6; Deuteronomy 29:9; Deuteronomy 30:16, 19-21 What is a blessing? A blessing from God is something good that only He can...
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Deuteronomy 28-30 outlines blessings for obedience and curses for disobedience to God's commands. It emphasizes the importance of keeping the covenant with God, warns of the consequences of turning away from Him, and encourages returning to the Lord with all one's heart for restoration and blessings.
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