In today’s message, Pastor Chris walks us through Joshua 16, where we discover that it’s possible to enjoy the blessings God has given while drifting from the relationship that produced them. This passage warns us not to live the Christian life in reverse, but to remain anchored in faithfulness, obedience, and holiness so we can truly experience what God intends.

In today’s message, Pastor Chris walks us through Joshua 15, where we discover that receiving what God has promised is not the same as fully living in it. This passage challenges us to move from knowing what God has given to actually possessing it by faith—removing what doesn’t belong and refusing to settle for less than His best.

In today’s message, Pastor Chris walks us through Joshua 14, where we discover that faith that waits is not passive, but anchored in God’s Word and fully devoted to Him over time. Through Caleb’s example, we’re reminded that even when the waiting feels long, God is faithful to fulfill His promises and reward a life that continues to trust Him.

In today’s message, Pastor Chris walks us through Joshua 13, where we discover that even after great victories, God’s work is not finished—there is still more to possess, more to experience, and more to trust Him for. This passage reminds us not to grow comfortable with past victories, but to keep walking forward in faith, knowing that what God has promised is already secured.

In today’s message, Pastor Chris walks us through Joshua 12, where we discover that remembering what God has done is essential for trusting Him in what lies ahead. What may seem like a simple list of victories is actually a powerful reminder that every battle, every deliverance, and every promise fulfilled points to the faithfulness of God. This passage calls us to pause, reflect, and remember that our greatest victory is found in Christ.

In today’s message, Pastor Chris walks us through Joshua 11, where we discover that the Christian life is not defined by a single victory, but by a lifetime of trusting God when the battles grow larger and the journey grows longer. As Israel faces an even greater coalition of enemies, this chapter reminds us to trust God’s promises, obey His Word without delay, and remember that the God who begins His work is faithful to finish it.

In today’s message, Pastor Chris walks us through Joshua 10, where we discover that following God often places us in the path of opposition; but we are never left to fight those battles alone. This passage reminds us that when God’s people walk in obedience, the Lord Himself fights for them and brings victory over their enemies.

Welcome to Growing University with Pastor Chris Dortch. In today’s message, Pastor Chris walks us through Joshua 9, where we discover that the enemy often works through subtle deception, and that God’s people are most vulnerable when they stop seeking the Lord for guidance. This passage shows how sincere, logical decisions can still become costly when prayer is left out—and why discernment and dependence on God matter before we decide. Let’s listen together as Pastor Chris opens God’s Word and walks us through Joshua 9.

Welcome to Growing University with Pastor Chris Dortch. In today’s message, Pastor Chris walks us through Joshua 8, where we discover that failure does not have to be the end of the story when God’s grace restores His people and calls them forward in obedience. This passage shows us how God renews confidence after defeat, reestablishes obedience, and refocuses our lives around His Word. Let’s listen together as Pastor Chris opens God’s Word and walks us through Joshua 8.

GU Episode 313: The One About Coming Out of the Water by Dr. Chris Dortch