God's distributions, whether in the Old or New Covenants, are to be surveyed, explored, and possessed, not ignored (Joshua 13-22).

Having entered a cooperative rhythm with God, Israel experiences ongoing victory (Joshua 10:29 - 12:24).

God fights for His people in spite of, and even through their mistakes by granting great signs, and destroying enemies Himself (Joshua 10:1-28).

The literal resurrection of Jesus shapes our literal resurrection (Rom. 8:10-11).

The Gibeonites appear, "making friends," and deceiving the people of God--a tactic of Satan that works upon those who are not in the habit of consulting God (Joshua Chapter 9).

There must be an increasing commitment to Christ and His word at the heart of the church (Joshua 8:30-35; Deut. 11:29).

Following true repentance the people of God experience fresh power and clarity (Joshua 8:1-29).

The holiness of God is critical to our fellowship with Him ; only the blood of Jesus can maintain us in His presence (Joshua 7; 1 John 1:7-9).

Israel's circumcision denotes our cutting off of the flesh in daily living (Chapter 5, Phil. 3:3, Col. 3:5, Rom. 8:13).

When Israel crossed the Jordan River together with the ark, it was their identification in type, with the death of Christ (Chapter 3-4); in order to receive the inheritance, spiritual death is needed.