Even after Israel conquered all the nations in Canaan, they still faced challenges to remain faithful and obedient to God.

Israel faced more challenges after conquering Jericho because Achan failed to obey God and brought sin into the camp of Israel.

After Israel crossed the Jordan River, God prepared them for conquering Jericho by issuing a strange battle plan. God's plan was to not only test Israel's dedication to his commandments but also to instill fear in all of the inhabitants of Canaan.

After Israel crossed the Jordan River, God prepared them for conquering Jericho by issuing a strange battle plan. God's plan was to not only test Israel's dedication to his commandments but also to instill fear in all of the inhabitants of Canaan.

Joshua led Israel across the Jordan River much like Moses led Israel out of Egypt across the Red Sea -- on dry land. God used this to again remind the people of his mighty power so they would rededicate themselves to following him.

Joshua sent a secret mission of two spies to check out Jericho and prepare intelligence before the battle. Thankfully, these spies show courage to fulfill their mission.

Joshua sent a secret mission of two spies to check out Jericho and prepare intelligence before the battle. Thankfully, these spies show courage to fulfill their mission.

Joshua had no easy feat to replace the legend Moses as leader of Israel. With God's own directive, Joshua was able to assume the leadership necessary to instill courage in the people.

Introduction to the book of Joshua.