Playlist: Joshua (topic)
Joshua's Four Miracles (Part Two)
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughJoshua emerges as a central figure in the conquest of Canaan, embodying a profound example of faithfulness and leadership. As the Lord commanded Moses His servant, so Moses commanded Joshua, and so Joshua did, leaving nothing undone of all that the Lord had commanded Moses. His steadfast obedience is evident in Joshua 11:15, …
Joshua and the Gibeonites
Sermonette by David C. GrabbeThe Gibeonites' pretense of coming from a distant land resulted in their slavery. Yet, through their influence, they contributed to Israel's destruction.
Joshua's Four Miracles (Part One)
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughThe journey of the children of Israel from slavery in Egypt to the crossing of the Jordan marks a significant transition, paralleled by the conquest of the Promised Land under Joshua's leadership. This new generation, unlike their rebellious fathers who perished in the wilderness, demonstrated greater faithfulness. Joshua, the …
Trumpets and the Fall of Jericho
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughJoshua emerges in the narrative as the newly appointed leader and judge of Israel following Moses' death, having already demonstrated faithfulness as a spy alongside Caleb during the earlier reconnaissance of Canaan. He receives direct commissioning from the Commander of the Lord's army, identified as the One who became Jesus …
We Will Serve the Lord!
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsJoshua was deeply devoted to God and a loyal servant of Moses. After Moses died, Joshua assumed leadership of Israel and directed the crossing of the Jordan River on dry ground when the priests carrying the Ark of the Covenant entered the water. He led Israel in the conquest of the Promised Land, beginning with the encirclement …
The Faith of Israel
Sermonette by David C. GrabbeJoshua chapter 5 records the restoration of the covenant relationship between God and Israel through the circumcision of the males who had grown up during the wilderness years. This act renewed the sign of the Abrahamic covenant that had been neglected, enabling the people to keep the Passover and removing the reproach of Egypt …
To the Third and Fourth Generation
Sermonette byWhen we yield to God, He no longer holds us accountable for the misdeeds of our ancestors. His mercy comes on those who love Him and keep His commandments.
A Leader in Every Man!
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsJoshua exemplifies the transformation of a boy into a good man and effective leader through decades of preparation under Moses. God trained him for forty years, during which Joshua demonstrated consistent faithfulness in battle against the Amalekites, at Mount Sinai, and as one of only two spies who trusted God's promise …
Do You See God in Deuteronomy?
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)Moses commanded Joshua at that time, declaring that his eyes had seen all the Lord had done to Sihon and Og, and affirming that the Lord would do likewise to every kingdom through which Israel would pass. Moses instructed Joshua not to fear those nations, because the Lord Himself would fight for him. When Moses pleaded to cross …
Spiritual Strongholds (Part Two): Faithful Trust
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsIn the book of Joshua the leader receives divine awakening after the costly defeat at Ai and is commanded to lead all the people of war in a second attack upon the city. God guarantees victory over the king, people, and land of Ai and directs a strategy of ambush rather than total miraculous intervention, requiring strict …
The Stones of the Jordan
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by Clyde FinkleaAn overlooked prophecy in Matthew 3:7-9 refers to the stones placed in the Jordan River by the priests in Joshua's time, inscribed with the law of God.
Numbers (Part Three): Poised at the Jordan
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughThe last chapters in Numbers describe a lengthy holding pattern in which not much seemed to happen. We must have patience as we wait for the Kingdom of God.
Deuteronomy (Part 3)
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John W. RitenbaughOur goal shouldn't merely be to be saved, but to finish the spiritual journey God has prepared for us, developing the leadership to help those who follow.
Spiritual Strongholds (Part One): Obedience
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsJoshua quickly acquiesced to God, realizing that it is not a question of God being with us; we must yield unconditionally to the sovereign will of God.
Leadership and the Covenants (Part One)
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)We qualify to lead by internalizing the covenants, not only believing God, but doing what He says, realizing that the covenants are not complicated.
Facing Cultural Headwinds
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughGod's saints encounter great difficulties keeping their balance and moving toward the Kingdom while being buffeted by the anti-God, progressive culture.
Spiritual Strongholds (Part Three): God's Intervention
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsIn addition to dispatching the talent sized hail, God responded to Joshua's request to extend the day—requiring an infinitude of miracles.
Seeking God's Will (Part Two): Faithfulness
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughIf we mimic God's character, we will be always faithful. We can translate this trait into practical behaviors, as a foundational part of our character.
Do You Take Sin Seriously? God Does!
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsThe demise of an institution can result from the irresponsibility of its constituents; if one member sins, the whole body experiences the effects.
Ecclesiastes (Part Four; B)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughGod manipulates events to occur at precisely the right time. The timing God uses for us are just as precisely planned and scripted as they were for Christ.
Does Doctrine Really Matter? (Part Six)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughConfusion over time of Passover, the wavesheaf offering, and Pentecost results from making assumptions unwarranted by clear scriptural evidence.
God and Government
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughGovernment run by carnal men will never work, but those under the New Covenant, having God's law written on their hearts, can make any form of government work.
Seeking God's Will (Part Three): Patience
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughWe must adopt God's perspective on time, developing longsuffering and developing tranquility under adversity, waiting patiently on God.
The Wavesheaf and the Selfsame Day
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughThe wavesheaf offering is reckoned from the weekly Sabbath within the Days of Unleavened Bread. It had specific requirements that were not met in Joshua 5.
Numbers (Part Two): Graves in the Wilderness
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughIf we, like Israel of old, choose to sin, we will receive the same consequence. Two thirds of the book of Numbers emphasizes that if we sin, we die.
Are We Ready To Enter The Promised Land?
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughWe may not be troubled by giants or enemy nations, but we have trials of similar magnitude. We dare not behave as the timid spies, but live with boldness.
Principled Living (Part Six): Becoming Holy
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughPentecost forces us to stand out from the crowd, separated as firstfruits for sanctification and holiness. God has called us to be different.
Under Attack By the Amalekites
Sermon by Mark SchindlerThe journey of Israel from the Red Sea to Sinai is a spiritual roadmap for Christians during the count to Pentecost.
Passing By in Glory
Sermonette by Richard T. RitenbaughJesus' walking on the water in the pitch-black darkness of early morning, revealing Himself to the disciples, alludes to the time God passed by Moses.
A Son Is Given
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughThe names of God reveal His character and attributes, and so also with Jesus. The reasons for Jesus Christ's incarnation are revealed in His names.
The Two Witnesses (Part Six)
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughThe Two Witnesses have authority from God to annihilate those who interfere with their work as well as power over weather patterns and natural elements.