ARMED FOR BATTLE

Joshua 3:1-4:24

Key Verse 4:13

1. Read 1-4. Describe: 1) the time; 2) the location; and 3) the contents of the orders Joshua issued to the people. What is the significance of the "ark of the covenant" (cf. Deu 10:1-5; 1Ki 8:9; Heb 9:4; Exodus 23:20-25:22)? What wisdom is there for us to learn in waging the Lord's battle?

2. Read v. 5. Why was it necessary for the Israelites to consecrate themselves prior to witnessing the "amazing things" the Lord had promised to perform (Mat 5:8; 13:22)?

3. Read vs. 3:6-4:18. When did the water from upstream stop flowing? When did the waters return to their place and run at flood stage as before? Why did the Lord perform this miracle (3:10; 4:13)? What wisdom is there for us to learn in fighting the spiritual war? 

4. Read vs. 19-24. Joshua 4:24 describe the ultimate purpose of the miracles concerning the two bodies of waters, the Red Sea and the Jordan River. Why is it important for all to know that the hand of the Lord is powerful (cf. Rm 5:6; 1Th 4:14)? Why is it necessary for one to fear the Lord (Pro 10:27; 14:27; 15:33; 19:23; 22:4)? 

** Write a Bible testimony on the ultimate purpose of the Lord's battle, and the wisdom to follow in fighting the Lord's battle. 

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