“Christ” (Names of Jesus)
My name is Jerry. But some people feel uncomfortable using that name so they call me ‘Pastor.’ I have gotten used to that designation and answer to it when …
“Jesus” (Names of Jesus)
Have you ever wondered about names and what they mean? In some cultures a name is very significant and tells a lot about a person. That is true with names …
RAHAB AND THE GRACE OF GOD (Joshua 12)
If there’s one word that comes to mind when we think of Rahab and her story it is GRACE. She is a wonderful example of God’s grace. That’s probably why …
GOD HAS MANY WAYS OF WORKING (Joshua 11)
It’s interesting to ask people how they met. Each story is unique. God has many ways of bringing people together. Moses was watering some camels and ended up marrying the …
LYING FOR A GOOD REASON (Joshua 10)
Is it ever OK to lie? Is deception ever approved by God? Before you answer these questions, remember the story of Rahab and you might answer differently. Rahab hid the …
THE FAITH OF RAHAB (Joshua 9)
Every once in awhile a figure pops up in the pages of Scripture who just doesn’t seem to belong. They come from outside Israel but seem to have stronger faith …
RAHAB THE PROSTITUTE (Joshua 8)
Can you imagine having your worst sin recorded into the Bible for all to read, and not just once but for times? Suppose it actually became part of your name? …
TRUSTING GOD OR DOING IT OURSELVES – OR BOTH? (Joshua 7)
God clearly and repeatedly promised Joshua that the land of Palestine would be theirs for God was with them and was giving it to them. So then why did Joshua …
TOTAL COMMITMENT PRECEDES VICTORY (Joshua 6)
The Jews have just miraculously crossed the Jordan River because God separated the waters and dried up the ground. Jericho awaits nearby. Spies from Jericho have seen what happened to …
REMEMBER YOUR VICTORIES (Joshua 5)
Everyone has their ‘war stories’ – accounts of special battles they have fought and victories won. As Christians we will start collecting such accounts from our own lives. The problem …