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So, Israel is in the promised land, and they have had their covenant renewal ceremony. So, it seems that all is well considering that they reviewed the law of Moses. One would think that since this review is so fresh that they would exercise discretion. However, we find that even Joshua, a seasoned warrior and leader, can be duped. How will Yahweh be glorified? How can he build His kingdom through these people? If you want to hear the answer to these questions please stay tuned as we hear, "Covenant Deception."

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So, we come together every week in worship for a covenant renewal ceremony whereby we consider who we are in Christ. Joshua is doing the same thing with Israel. However, are we called to Mount Ebal every week? What is different about our ceremony verses what we see with Joshua? If you are curious about these questions please stay tuned as we hear, "The Covenant Renewal Ceremony."

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After Joshua is defeated at the first battle at Ai he asked the Lord, "What will you do for your name?" Since then an Israelite has been executed, and now Israel is called to fight Ai one more time. Will this war be any different? Will Israel gain victory once again? If you are curious to see how this plays out please stay tuned as we hear, "So, This is What You Do for Your Name"

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So, we know that Achan has sinned, but what will be the consequence? How will Israel deal with this sin and this offense? Now we find the answer to these questions as the Lord brings about justice for the nation of Israel. How will the offender of Herem war fare after this trial? If you are curious to hear the answer to these questions please stay tuned as we hear, "Achan Learns the Holy War is Wholly War."

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So, the people of Israel have claimed a great victory. The city that acted as a gateway in Canaan literally fell before them. Does this mean that every victory will be as easy? Does this mean that Israel will claim all the cities in the same way? Well, we have testimony of their second battle, and it parallels Israel getting ready to enter Jericho, but there are a few differences. If you are curious to find out about how big these differences are please stay tuned as we hear, "What About Your Name?"

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There is no mistaking that Canaan is the land that Israel is to have, and the Lord is going give it to them. Now, we are at that deciding battle that takes place. We are at the time when the Lord is to give them this city that is the entrance to Canaan. However, the people of Jericho know that the Israelites are coming, and they have sealed up their city. So, how is the Lord going to give this place to Israel? How will the Lord overcome the technology of this age? To hear the answer to these questions please stay tuned as we hear, "When Two Worlds Collide."

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So, Joshua is before the Angel of the Lord. He is here helpless before this warrior. However, if the Angel of the Lord is commissioning Joshua to prove his worthiness what is the message for us? How do we know that Christ is not turning His sword against us? How does this angel prefigure our redemption? If you are interested in hearing the answer to these questions please stay tuned as we hear, "The Mysterious Warrior-The Angel of the Lord."

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Joshua has been the warrior for the nation of Israel. He is the commander that will lead the Lord’s army to subdue the land. They will have peace. Well, it seems that this is the certain plan, but Joshua meets an unlikely challenger. Who is this mysterious figure? What does this tell us about the promised land? What does this tell us about Joshua’s status as the commander? If you are interested in hearing the answer to these questions please stay tuned as we hear, "The Mysterious Warrior."

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Gilgal is the place where the Lord cut off the river or rolled back the river. It was the Lord who cut off the water so that Israel could enter the land. Now, the Lord states that this place means, "rolled back Israel’s shame." What does this have to do with circumcision? Why did this generation escape the circumcision in the wilderness? What does this tell us about Israel’s possession of this land? If you are interested in hearing the answer to these questions please stay tuned as we hear, "Circumcised Again?"

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When we travel and see monuments we look at them and remember the significant event or person that is commemorated. Rarely, do we see an irony in these monuments. However, the monument at Gilgal commemorates a significant event, but will soon in Israel’s history become an icon of irony. What is the irony of this monument? If you are interested in hearing the answer to this question please stay tuned as we hear A Monumental Moment.

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