The Knowing the Bible series is a resource designed to help Bible readers better understand and apply God’s Word. These 12-week studies lead participants through books of the Bible and are made up of four basic components:
(1) reflection questions help readers engage the text at a deeper level;
(2) “Gospel Glimpses” highlight the gospel of grace throughout the book;
(3) “Whole-Bible Connections” show how any given passage connects to the Bible’s overarching story of redemption, culminating in Christ; and
(4) “Theological Soundings” identify how historic orthodox doctrines are taught or reinforced throughout Scripture.
With contributions from an array of influential pastors and church leaders, these gospel-centered studies will help Christians see and cherish the message of God’s grace on every page of the Bible.
At God’s command and under Joshua’s leadership, the nation of Israel invaded the land of Canaan—the land God had promised his people. Thus, the book of Joshua records a key period in God’s plan to redeem his people from slavery in Egypt. Connecting the story of Joshua to God’s larger promises, pastor Trent Hunter offers readers rich insights into the book’s overarching story of salvation and the ultimate rest offered to all who trust in Christ for salvation—helping them apply its message to their lives today.
Chapters include:
- Week 1: Overview
- Week 2: An Old Promise, a New Leader (1:1-18)
- Week 3: Sending in the Spies, Finding a Surprise (2:1-24)
- Week 4: Crossing the Jordan, Getting Right with God (3:1-5:15)
- Week 5: A Foolish Plan, a Decisive Outcome (6:1-27)
- Week 6: Two Piles of Stones, One Crucial Lesson (7:1-8:35)
- Week 7: Taking More Land, Hanging More Kings (9:1-12:24)
- Week 8: Putting Down Roots, Receiving God's Inheritance (13:1-19:51)
- Week 9: Cities for Justice, People for Worship (20:1-21:45)
- Week 10: An Altar of Remembrance, an Unforgettable Altercation (22:1-34)
- Week 11: Joshua Dies in the Land, the Promise of Rest Lives On (23:1-24:33)
- Week 12: Summary and Conclusion