by Scott Risley | Aug 3, 2015 | Old Testament
Joshua 11:16-23 – the statement that the Israelites had rest from war makes you think that the job might be over. But it’s not. Just because the initial battles had been won, and God’s promises had started to be fulfilled, did not mean that the job was done. Joshua...
by Scott Risley | Aug 3, 2015 | Old Testament
Original outline by Barbara Kreider The Israelites finally reach the Promised Land They see what would be facing them if they went in: strong opposing nations They accuse God of bringing them to their death and turn on him and his leaders God says: If you don’t want...
by Scott Risley | Aug 3, 2015 | Old Testament
Well, we’ve been studying one of the dark times in the history of the nation of Israel – the time of the Judges. And tonight we’re going to finish our study of this period on a positive note by studying the book of Ruth. These events probably take place in the...
by Scott Risley | Aug 3, 2015 | Old Testament
Intro Background of passage Q: What are some examples of specific steps God might be calling you to do? Step up to a position of leadership Commit your life to following God Share a hidden secret Admit wrong in a situation Forgive someone Take a stand on an issue in...
by Scott Risley | Aug 3, 2015 | Old Testament
Intro Moses has given the law and led them to the edge of the Promised Land God handed the reins over to Joshua and told him to be strong and courageous and faithful Rahab hid the spies and helped them get back to safety with the Israelites The people crossed the...
