Joshua and the Flow of Biblical HistoryThe book of Joshua brings to life real history during the crucial period of transition for the Israelites as they follow God's direction and settle in the promised land. Israel needed discipline in light of their newfound freedom. They faced the responsibility of living as a covenant people while adapting to change. Joshua describes the historic shift from the revelation of God's promises to their realization. God's care of his people becomes obvious, and their struggle with disobedience, selfishness, and fear is very human. Francis Schaeffer's thoughts on the book of Joshua show readers the historic, spiritual, and intellectual nourishment available for the Christian life through the examples of Joshua and his fellow Israelites. In the book of Joshua, Schaeffer finds that God reveals his sorrow over human sin, as well as his gracious love for his people. This is as true for us as it was for those in Joshua's time. This study of the settling of Israel will inspire readers to see the hand of God present in all of history, including today. |
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... men, can generate leadership, but leadership generated by men is only on the level of any human leadership and will bring no more true spiritual results than any human charisma. MOSES' FINAL ADDRESS In the book of Deuteronomy, we are.
... true power is the power of God. God is not far off; he is always immediately present. Sin is terrible, especially among the people of God. Merely using the name of God is not sufficient. God can and will guide. God's glory is to come ...
... true that the people were to learn the song and pass it on to their children, the text also says, “Write this song.” We see then a sequential structure: God commanded something to be written in a book, and Moses wrote it over a period ...
... true leader would go on. Because this one said to Joshua, “I have given into thine hand Jericho” (Josh. 6:2), and because he knew this one kept his promises, Joshua was able to turn to his people before the walls of Jericho and say ...
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Contents
THE CONTINUITY OF THE COVENANT | |
RAHAB | |
TWO KINDS OF MEMORIALS | |
JERICHO ACHAN AND | |
MOUNT EBAL AND MOUNT GERIZIM | |
THE GIBEONITES | |
CALEBS FAITHFULNESS | |
EAST AND WEST OF JORDAN | |
THE CITIES OF REFUGE | |
CHOOSE | |