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Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
The walls of Jericho fell down - This is particularly explained Jos 6:1, etc. God had promised that the walls of Jericho should fall down, if they compassed them about seven days. They believed, did as they were commanded, and the promise was fulfilled.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
The soundings of trumpets, though one were to sound for ten thousand years, cannot throw down walls, but faith can do all things [CHRYSOSTOM]. seven days--whereas sieges often lasted for years.
John Gill Bible Commentary
And what shall I more say,.... Intimating he had said enough to prove the definition of faith he had given; and that the elders, by it, had obtained a good report; and yet he had not said all he could; and that he had so much to say, that he could not say all: for the time would fail me; either the time of life, and so it is an hyperbolical expression; or the time convenient for the writing this epistle; to enumerate all the instances of faith, and enlarge upon them, would take up too much of his time, and make the epistle prolix and tedious: this form of speech is often used by Philo the Jew (u), and by Julian the emperor (w). It may be observed, that many, who are not mentioned by name, do not stand excluded from being believers; and that the number of believers, under the Old Testament, was very large: to tell of Gedeon; so Gideon is called in the Septuagint version of Jdg 6:11 and other places; and by Josephus (x), and Philo (y) the Jew, as here: he was a man, but of a mean extract, and had his infirmities; and even in the exercise of that particular grace, for which he is mentioned; but was, no doubt, a good man, and is commended for his faith; which appeared in ascribing former mercies and present afflictions to the Lord; in destroying the altar of Baal; in crediting the word of the Lord, that Israel should be saved by him; which he showed by the preparation he made, and in marching against a numerous army, with only three hundred men, and they but weak: all which may be seen in the book of Judges, Jdg 6:1 and of Barak; who was before Gideon, as Jephthah was before Samson, and Samuel before David; for the apostle does not observe strict order, reciting these in haste. Barak, when the word of the Lord came to him, showed some diffidence, yet acted in obedience to it, under the sole direction and counsel of a woman; he engaged Sisera's vast army with a small number, and gave the glory of the victory to the Lord, Jdg 4:1. and of Samson: who was a child of promise, and devoted to the Lord; he was famous for his great strength; he had his infirmities, but was, without doubt, a good man: the last act of his life seems to be a great instance of faith; he did it with calling upon the Lord; he was strengthened for it by the Lord; he acted, not as a private person, but as the judge of Israel; nor did he act from private revenge, but from zeal for God, and love to his country; and his intention was not to destroy himself, but his enemies; in which he acted as a type of Christ: and of Jephthah; the Syriac version calls him "Nepthe", and the Arabic version "Naphtah"; he was base born; and, for a time, joined himself to vain men, but became a believer; and is marked for his faith, in ascribing the conquests of Israel in the wilderness to the Lord; in fighting with the Ammonites, whom he conquered; and in his conscientiousness, in observing his vow, Jdg 11:30. of David also; a man after God's own heart, raised up to fulfil his will; whose faith appeared in his dependence on God, when he fought with Goliath; in encouraging himself in the Lord his God, when in exile and distress; and in believing his interest in the covenant of grace, when his house and family were in a disagreeable situation, and he just going out of the world: and Samuel; a child of prayer, and early devoted to the Lord, who ministered to him, when a child; was always ready to hearken to his voice; was used very familiarly by him, and behaved with great uprightness, all his days; and had a good report of God and man: and of the prophets; from Samuel to John the Baptist, who were famous for their trust in God, their faith in the Messiah, and for their honourable walk and conversation. (u) De Creat. Princip. p. 735. Merced. Meret. p. 863. De Legat. ad Caium, p. 1037. De Somniis, p. 1116. (w) Orat l. p. 50, 62, 75. (x) Antiqu. Jud. l. 5. c. 6. sect. 2. &c. (y) De Confusione Ling. p. 339.
Tyndale Open Study Notes
11:30 The conquest of Jericho (Josh 5:13–6:27) offers another example of great faith, as the people acted in obedience to God’s unusual instructions.
Hebrews 11:30
(Joshua–Malachi)
29By faith the people passed through the Red Sea as on dry land; but when the Egyptians tried to follow, they were drowned.30By faith the walls of Jericho fell, after the people had marched around them for seven days.
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Heart-Faith and Not Mind-Faith
By Zac Poonen1.5K59:25FaithPRO 3:34PRO 18:21ROM 10:11HEB 11:24HEB 11:30In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of confessing Jesus as Lord and believing in the heart that God raised him from the dead. He explains that true belief in the heart leads to a spiritual connection and transformation, unlike mere intellectual belief. The preacher also highlights the significance of the book of Proverbs, which he describes as a "new covenant book" in the Old Testament. He encourages the audience to trust in the Lord with their hearts and not just their minds. Additionally, the preacher emphasizes the importance of forgiveness, explaining that without forgiving others, one's faith is hindered and mountains cannot be moved.
Our Daily Homily - Joshua
By F.B. Meyer0Claiming Spiritual InheritanceFaith and ObedienceJOS 1:3JOS 23:11JOS 24:19ISA 43:2JHN 10:10ROM 8:321CO 2:9EPH 1:3HEB 11:302PE 1:3F.B. Meyer emphasizes the necessity of claiming our spiritual inheritance in Christ, drawing parallels between the Israelites' conquest of Canaan and the believer's appropriation of God's promises. He illustrates that while the land was given to Israel, they had to actively claim it, just as Christians must assert their rights to spiritual blessings through faith. Meyer highlights the importance of meditating on God's Word for strength and the significance of Christ's blood as a protective covering. He encourages believers to recognize the vast spiritual territory available to them and to actively pursue it, trusting in God's provision and guidance. Ultimately, Meyer calls for a life of obedience, faith, and love as the means to fully experience the abundant life promised in Christ.
Faith
By Oswald J. Smith0RevivalFaithISA 40:31MAT 17:20MRK 9:23LUK 1:37ROM 10:172CO 5:7PHP 4:13HEB 11:30JAS 1:61JN 5:14Oswald J. Smith emphasizes that faith is the essential key to unlocking God's power, illustrated by the fall of Jericho's walls through faith. He stresses the importance of receiving a personal promise from God, which empowers believers to act with confidence and assurance. Smith recounts historical examples of individuals who, through fervent prayer and unwavering faith, witnessed miraculous revivals and transformations. He encourages believers to cultivate a deep, persistent faith that can withstand trials and delays, trusting that God will fulfill His promises. Ultimately, Smith calls for a revival of such faith in the present day.
By Faith the Walls of Jericho Fell Down
By Joshua Daniel0JOS 1:7JOS 5:13JOS 6:1PRO 28:13HEB 11:30JAS 4:81JN 1:7Joshua Daniel preaches on the heroes of faith, focusing on Joshua's characteristics that made him a hero of faith. He emphasizes the importance of being strong and courageous in obeying the Lord, meditating on God's Word to combat negative thoughts, and exercising faith even in seemingly impossible situations like the walls of Jericho. Joshua's example teaches us the significance of true fellowship with God's servants, crucifixion of self, and submission to God's will for spiritual growth and leadership.
Thresh the Mountains
By Charles E. Cowman0ISA 41:14MAT 15:28MRK 11:22PHP 4:6HEB 11:30Charles E. Cowman preaches about the power of faith, using the example of the woman with great faith in Matthew 15:28 and the story of the walls of Jericho falling down by faith. He challenges believers to walk by faith daily, believing in the promises of God even when they seem unlikely. Cowman emphasizes the importance of truly believing in the Bible and being willing to surrender our powerlessness and insignificance to God, trusting that with faith, we can move mountains and overcome obstacles.
Shout of Faith
By Charles E. Cowman0JOS 6:5PSA 47:1MRK 11:24ROM 4:20HEB 11:30Charles E. Cowman preaches on the powerful shout of faith demonstrated by the Israelites at Jericho, emphasizing the importance of unwavering faith in claiming God's promises even when circumstances seem impossible. The victory at Jericho was not achieved by the shout itself but by the faith behind it, trusting in God's Word alone. The shout of faith symbolized their belief in the promised victory before any physical evidence was seen, leading to the miraculous fall of the city walls as God honored their faith.
Of Whom the World Is Not Worthy
By G.W. North0Living By FaithThe Nature of God's PromisesHEB 11:1HEB 11:30G.W. North emphasizes the importance of living by faith rather than striving for greatness, illustrating that the biblical figures mentioned in Hebrews 11 achieved their deeds through their daily faithfulness rather than spectacular acts. He highlights that faith is accessible to everyone, even those deemed unlikely, as exemplified by Rahab, whose simple act of faith led to her miraculous preservation. North argues that God desires a nation of ordinary people living faithfully, and that true faith often manifests in the mundane rather than the extraordinary. He warns against the dangers of misplaced expectations regarding God's promises, urging believers to hold fast to their faith while recognizing that not all promises will be fulfilled in their lifetime. Ultimately, he calls for a return to a faith that is patient and enduring, as demonstrated by the heroes of faith throughout scripture.
- Adam Clarke
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
- Tyndale
Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
The walls of Jericho fell down - This is particularly explained Jos 6:1, etc. God had promised that the walls of Jericho should fall down, if they compassed them about seven days. They believed, did as they were commanded, and the promise was fulfilled.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
The soundings of trumpets, though one were to sound for ten thousand years, cannot throw down walls, but faith can do all things [CHRYSOSTOM]. seven days--whereas sieges often lasted for years.
John Gill Bible Commentary
And what shall I more say,.... Intimating he had said enough to prove the definition of faith he had given; and that the elders, by it, had obtained a good report; and yet he had not said all he could; and that he had so much to say, that he could not say all: for the time would fail me; either the time of life, and so it is an hyperbolical expression; or the time convenient for the writing this epistle; to enumerate all the instances of faith, and enlarge upon them, would take up too much of his time, and make the epistle prolix and tedious: this form of speech is often used by Philo the Jew (u), and by Julian the emperor (w). It may be observed, that many, who are not mentioned by name, do not stand excluded from being believers; and that the number of believers, under the Old Testament, was very large: to tell of Gedeon; so Gideon is called in the Septuagint version of Jdg 6:11 and other places; and by Josephus (x), and Philo (y) the Jew, as here: he was a man, but of a mean extract, and had his infirmities; and even in the exercise of that particular grace, for which he is mentioned; but was, no doubt, a good man, and is commended for his faith; which appeared in ascribing former mercies and present afflictions to the Lord; in destroying the altar of Baal; in crediting the word of the Lord, that Israel should be saved by him; which he showed by the preparation he made, and in marching against a numerous army, with only three hundred men, and they but weak: all which may be seen in the book of Judges, Jdg 6:1 and of Barak; who was before Gideon, as Jephthah was before Samson, and Samuel before David; for the apostle does not observe strict order, reciting these in haste. Barak, when the word of the Lord came to him, showed some diffidence, yet acted in obedience to it, under the sole direction and counsel of a woman; he engaged Sisera's vast army with a small number, and gave the glory of the victory to the Lord, Jdg 4:1. and of Samson: who was a child of promise, and devoted to the Lord; he was famous for his great strength; he had his infirmities, but was, without doubt, a good man: the last act of his life seems to be a great instance of faith; he did it with calling upon the Lord; he was strengthened for it by the Lord; he acted, not as a private person, but as the judge of Israel; nor did he act from private revenge, but from zeal for God, and love to his country; and his intention was not to destroy himself, but his enemies; in which he acted as a type of Christ: and of Jephthah; the Syriac version calls him "Nepthe", and the Arabic version "Naphtah"; he was base born; and, for a time, joined himself to vain men, but became a believer; and is marked for his faith, in ascribing the conquests of Israel in the wilderness to the Lord; in fighting with the Ammonites, whom he conquered; and in his conscientiousness, in observing his vow, Jdg 11:30. of David also; a man after God's own heart, raised up to fulfil his will; whose faith appeared in his dependence on God, when he fought with Goliath; in encouraging himself in the Lord his God, when in exile and distress; and in believing his interest in the covenant of grace, when his house and family were in a disagreeable situation, and he just going out of the world: and Samuel; a child of prayer, and early devoted to the Lord, who ministered to him, when a child; was always ready to hearken to his voice; was used very familiarly by him, and behaved with great uprightness, all his days; and had a good report of God and man: and of the prophets; from Samuel to John the Baptist, who were famous for their trust in God, their faith in the Messiah, and for their honourable walk and conversation. (u) De Creat. Princip. p. 735. Merced. Meret. p. 863. De Legat. ad Caium, p. 1037. De Somniis, p. 1116. (w) Orat l. p. 50, 62, 75. (x) Antiqu. Jud. l. 5. c. 6. sect. 2. &c. (y) De Confusione Ling. p. 339.
Tyndale Open Study Notes
11:30 The conquest of Jericho (Josh 5:13–6:27) offers another example of great faith, as the people acted in obedience to God’s unusual instructions.