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Joshua 18-19, Psalm 149-150, Jeremiah 9, Matthew 23

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Joshua 18–19: Joshua oversees the land allotments for the remaining tribes, completing the distribution of the promised land at Shiloh. Psalm 149–150: God is praised with joy and celebration for His victory, power, and worthiness by all creation. Jeremiah 9: God laments Judah’s deceit and unfaithfulness, warning of judgment while calling for true knowledge and humble worship of Him. Matthew 23: Jesus rebukes the hypocrisy of the religious leaders, condemns their pride and injustice, and mourns over Jerusalem’s rejection of God’s messengers.


Joshua 16-17, Psalm 148, Jeremiah 8, Matthew 22

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Joshua 16–17: Ephraim and Manasseh receive their land allotments, but fail to fully drive out the Canaanites, and Joseph’s descendants request more land due to their growing numbers. Psalm 148: All of creation is called to praise the Lord, whose name is exalted above heaven and earth. Jeremiah 8: Judah refuses to repent, trusts in false peace, and faces judgment, while the prophet laments their spiritual blindness and brokenness. Matthew 22: Jesus teaches through parables, answers challenges from religious leaders, and proclaims the greatest commandments as love for God and neighbor.


Equipped and Sent: The Residency Launching Gospel Leaders

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Equipped and Sent: The Residency Launching Gospel Leaders In a culture where ministry can easily become isolated, rushed, or under-resourced, the Brentwood Baptist Ministry Residency...


Joshua 14-15, Psalm 146-147, Jeremiah 7, Matthew 21

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Joshua 14–15: Caleb receives Hebron as his inheritance, and the tribe of Judah is allotted its territory, including cities and regions yet to be fully conquered. Psalm 146–147: God is praised as a faithful, compassionate provider who restores the broken and reigns with unmatched power and justice. Jeremiah 7: God rebukes Judah’s false trust in the temple and calls for genuine obedience, warning of judgment for their idolatry and hardened hearts. Matthew 21: Jesus enters Jerusalem as King, cleanses the temple, teaches through parables, and challenges religious leaders who reject His authority.


Joshua 12-13, Psalm 145, Jeremiah 6, Matthew 20

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Joshua 12–13: Joshua records the defeat of 31 kings and begins dividing the conquered land, though much territory still remains. Psalm 145: David praises God's greatness, compassion, and eternal kingdom, declaring His faithfulness to all generations. Jeremiah 6: God warns of judgment on Jerusalem for persistent sin, false peace, and rejection of His word. Matthew 20: Jesus teaches about grace through a vineyard parable, foretells His death, redefines greatness through service, and heals two blind men.


Joshua 11, Psalm 144, Jeremiah 5, Matthew 19

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Joshua 11: Joshua leads Israel in a decisive victory over northern kings, capturing Hazor and completing the conquest of the land as God commanded. Psalm 144: David praises God as his protector and provider, asking for deliverance and blessing for the nation. Jeremiah 5: God condemns Jerusalem's deep corruption and warns of coming judgment through a foreign nation. Matthew 19: Jesus teaches on the permanence of marriage, blesses children, challenges a rich man, and explains the cost and reward of following Him.


When Opposition Rises: Courage and Faithfulness in the Early Church

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In this episode of Sermon Notes, host Jay Strother and guest Brian Ball dive into Acts 5:33-39, focusing on the wisdom of Gamaliel in the face of fierce opposition to the early church.


Joshua 10, Psalm 142-143, Jeremiah 4, Matthew 18

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Joshua 10: Joshua defeats a coalition of Amorite kings, asks God to make the sun stand still, and leads Israel in a sweeping conquest of the southern cities. Psalm 142–143: David cries out to God from a place of weakness, seeking mercy, guidance, and deliverance from his enemies. Jeremiah 4: God warns Judah of coming judgment from the north unless they repent, describing the devastation through vivid imagery and personal lament. Matthew 18: Jesus teaches about humility, forgiveness, and restoration, using parables to emphasize God's care for the lost and the necessity of showing mercy to others.


Joshua 7, Psalm 137-138, Jeremiah 1, Matthew 15

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Joshua 7: Israel is defeated at Ai because of Achan’s hidden sin, which is exposed and judged, restoring the Lord’s favor. Psalm 137–138: The exiles mourn Jerusalem’s fall while David praises God’s faithfulness, protection, and enduring love. Jeremiah 1: God calls Jeremiah as a prophet to the nations, promising His presence despite opposition and fear. Matthew 15: Jesus rebukes empty tradition, heals many, honors a Gentile woman’s faith, and feeds four thousand with compassion.


Joshua 6, Psalm 135-136, Isaiah 66, Matthew 14

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Joshua 6: The Israelites obey God’s instructions, march around Jericho, and witness its walls collapse, sparing only Rahab and her family. Psalm 135–136: God is praised for His enduring love, mighty acts in creation and history, and steadfast care for Israel. Isaiah 66: God promises comfort and restoration for the humble while warning of judgment for the rebellious and idolatrous. Matthew 14: John the Baptist is executed, Jesus feeds five thousand, walks on water, and heals all who come to Him.


Joshua 5, Psalm 132-134, Isaiah 65, Matthew 13

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Joshua 5: The Israelites renew their covenant through circumcision, celebrate Passover, and encounter the commander of the Lord’s army near Jericho. Psalm 132–134: God’s promises to David and Zion are remembered, unity among believers is praised, and worship is encouraged day and night. Isaiah 65: God rebukes the rebellious but promises joy, justice, and a new creation for His faithful servants. Matthew 13: Jesus teaches about the kingdom of heaven through parables, explaining their meaning to His disciples and facing rejection in His hometown.