Opening Up Joshua
Overview
Who was Joshua? He was the man who succeeded Moses and led the ancient nation of Israel during its conquest of the land of Canaan. The book of Joshua tells us the story of this conquest. But how is such a book relevant for us today in the twenty-first century? In this warm and engaging study, Roger Ellsworth demonstrates the importance of the book of Joshua for today. He shows how the story of Israel in the land of Canaan pictures the life of the Christian in this world, a life of struggle, hardship, and conflict. He highlights the truths found in the book of Joshua, which will encourage and comfort Christians in those struggles. Finally, by looking at Joshua, he points us to Christ, our leader and captain.
Top Highlights
“By keeping the goods for himself, then, Achan was putting his personal happiness above the glory of God and the welfare of God’s people.” (Page 74)
“When God’s people unite around the core duty of obedience, they can rest assured that God will bless them in wonderful ways.” (Page 36)
“Achan was guilty of holding one of the trademark beliefs of our age, namely, that personal happiness and fulfilment should override every other consideration.” (Page 75)
“We are on firmer ground if we take Canaan to picture the life of the Christian in this world. It is a life of struggle, hardship and conflict.” (Pages 10–11)
“Moses’ greatness was not due to Moses but to the Lord. Joshua had nothing to worry about with Moses gone because the Lord was not gone.” (Page 34)
Product Details
- Title: Opening Up Joshua
- Author: Roger Ellsworth
- Publisher: Day One
- Publication Date: 2008
- Pages: 126
