Joshua
In the Bible, the name "Joshua" (Hebrew: יְהוֹשֻׁעַ, Yehoshua) means "Yahweh is salvation" or "The Lord is salvation." This name signifies God's role as a deliverer and savior, which is particularly fitting given Joshua's pivotal role in leading the Israelites into the Promised Land after Moses' death. According to Numbers 13:16, Moses originally named him Hoshea, but later changed it to Joshua to reflect this divine association with salvation.Joshua is a central figure in the Old Testament, particularly in the Book of Joshua, where he is portrayed as a faithful leader and warrior who guides the Israelites through significant battles and the conquest of Canaan (Joshua 1-12). His leadership exemplifies trust in God's promises and faithfulness to His covenant. Notably, Joshua's work foreshadows the ultimate salvation brought through Jesus Christ, as the name "Jesus" is derived from the same Hebrew root as Joshua, emphasizing the continuity of God's redemptive plan throughout Scripture (Acts 4:12).
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Studies in Joshua 02 - Entering the Land
By Alden Gannett2.1K43:14JOS 1:2JOS 1:7JOS 2:1JOS 3:17EPH 1:10In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of going back to the book of God to be reminded of what He has done. He highlights the faith and trust in God that the priests displayed when they stepped into the Jordan River, which resulted in God's intervention. The speaker also mentions the significance of worship and being gathered around the word of God as essential elements for moving forward in conquest. Additionally, the speaker emphasizes the need to keep our eyes on the Lord during times of trial and testing, rather than focusing on the problem at hand.
Houston Colonial Hills Conference 1995-05 Joshua 24:14
By William MacDonald1.5K29:26EXO 20:3EXO 20:7JOS 24:14MAT 6:33EPH 2:7HEB 11:24In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of making decisions in life, particularly decisions that align with God's will. He encourages listeners to be people of prayer and suggests creating a prayer list to stay focused. The speaker also highlights the significance of making a total commitment to the Lord and living according to His blueprint. He references a poem by James Russell Lowell that emphasizes the eternal consequences of choosing between truth and falsehood. The sermon concludes with a reading from Joshua 24:14, where Joshua urges the Israelites to choose whom they will serve, and the people respond by affirming their commitment to serve the Lord.
Giant Joshua
By Leonard Ravenhill3.3K1:09:37LEV 26:12NUM 11:1PSA 103:2PSA 121:7MAT 6:33In this sermon, the speaker recounts a story of a young man waiting for the director of a company for several hours. The director asks the young man some simple questions, testing his knowledge. The speaker then delves into the biblical story of Joshua and the captain of the Lord's host, emphasizing the importance of humility and obedience. He highlights how Joshua remained calm and dignified despite facing challenges and opposition. The speaker concludes by emphasizing the significance of setting a good example and the importance of patience in the Christian life.
(Men Who Saw God) 4. Joshua
By Roy Hession3.0K54:42JOS 6:20ISA 6:1ZEC 4:6MAT 6:33LUK 24:36ACT 9:3REV 2:17In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the story of Joshua and the battle of Jericho. Joshua, feeling inadequate with his small army, encounters a man with a drawn sword who reveals himself as the captain of the host of the Lord. The preacher emphasizes that victory is never in doubt when God is the captain and His spirit is at work. He encourages the audience to have a personal relationship with God and to surrender their own ideas and initiatives to His guidance. The sermon also includes a testimony of revival in South Africa, where churches experienced a transformation when they let go of their own efforts and allowed God to work through them.
Joshua
By Paris Reidhead1.8K51:26DEU 34:1In this sermon, the speaker begins by reminding the audience of the history of Israel, a nation that was held captive in Egypt for 400 years. Despite being descendants of Abraham, they were influenced by the idolatry and worship practices of the Egyptians. The speaker then reads from the last chapter of Deuteronomy, where Moses is shown the land that God had promised to give to the descendants of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. However, due to the Israelites' lack of faith and disobedience, they were unable to enter the promised land and instead wandered in the wilderness for 40 years. The sermon emphasizes the importance of faith and obedience in receiving God's blessings and warns against rejecting the truth and hardening one's heart.
Studies in Joshua 04 - Dividing the Land
By Alden Gannett1.7K44:43DEU 11:22DEU 11:25DEU 11:28DEU 28:15JOS 22:5JOS 24:13In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the theme of destruction as seen in the Book of Judges and the history of Israel. He emphasizes the importance of faithfulness and obedience to God's commands. The preacher warns that if the Israelites turn away from God and intermarry with other nations, they will face defeat and destruction. He calls on the congregation to confess their sins, yield to the Lord, and actively serve Him, claiming mountains for God. The sermon concludes with a reminder to trust God and possess the land by faith.
Studies in Joshua 03 - Conquering the Land
By Alden Gannett2.0K45:45JOS 9:27JOS 10:4JOS 13:7PSA 15:1PSA 15:4In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the preparation and conquest of Joshua as he leads the Israelites into the land of Canaan. The sermon begins by discussing Joshua's encounter with a man with a drawn sword, who reveals himself as the captain of the Lord's host. Joshua falls to the ground in worship and receives instructions to remove his shoes, as he is standing on holy ground. The sermon then highlights the preparation of Joshua and the people, including their faith in crossing the Jordan River and the observance of circumcision and the Passover. The preacher emphasizes the importance of faith in obtaining victory and encourages the congregation to trust in God for their impossible burdens.