Are you prayers nothing but dry, repetitious, mindless words. Have you lost your passion. In this episode we will learn how God does not allow us to stay in a passsionless state. At times He lovingly allows pain and hardship into our lives to revive that passion. The end result is an itamacy that is sweet and life changing.

Joshuah carries out a deceptive tactic against the men of Ai. He acts like they are defeated and retreats when in fact that is part of the plan to defeat the enemy. Very similar to the crucifixion of Jesus. What appeared to be a defeat to the forces of light actually secured an everlasting victory.

Have you ever found yourself being knocked down and then finding it very difficult to get backup and move forward? Well, you are not the only one. In today's study, we will see how God uses the disaster of chapter 7 to secure a victory in chapter 8.

In today's culture many people re-classify sins by giving them another name. A name that might soften the blow. As we continue in Joshuah chapter 7 we will see how Achen also attempts to soften the magnitude of his sin. Furthermore we will also see how the consequences of his sin played out in his life and also his family. A very tragic ending for sure.

Followers of Jesus who are filled with the Spirit can grieve the Spirit through sin. Followers can also quench the empowerment of the Spirit by ignoring the manifestations of the Spirit. Consistent with the book of Joshua, the events playing out in chapter 7 are great pictures of both grieving and quenching. The one grieving the Spirit may surprise you.

The Israelis have been marching on to victory with God's full blessing and assistance. But in Joshuah chapter 7, a terrible sin is committed. How does an event like this impact a nation that is living a victorious life. Similarly, how does sin impact the life of a follower of Jesus who is living with the spirit within them and the Holy Spirit upon them for service? In today's study we will dive deeper into the 3 experiences that one can face with the Holy Spirit. Furthermore we will learn more about the 3 aspects of opposition that stand against these 3 Holy Spirit experiences.

Why would God have his people go on a Jericho walk? What practical purposes and benefits would this bring his people? And would it bring any benefit to the people who are on the outside watching? Well, we will see here in Joshuah chapter 6 that God has some very good reasons why he would allow his people to go on a Jericho walk. Questions to consider: 1) In what ways has God-taught you how to improve your patience? 2) In what ways has got taught you to hold your tongue? 3) Do your unbelieving friends and family see more of your actions or hear more of your words? 4) Can you recall a time where you attempted to rebuild a wall that God already tore down?

Strange orders would be given to Joshua buy this Captain of the Lord's Armies. And these orders had tasks that would be in violation of the laws of Moses. Why would the captain of the Lord's armies instruct them to carry out tasks that broke the law? Perhaps it was because the law no longer was important because the One whom the law pointed to was present with them. Today we will see how religion is no longer necessary when we can be in a relationship with an ever present saviour.

The Israelites continue to roll onto the next big thing. But, it is not a battle. It is time to remember where they have come from...what they have come through...their salvation from Egypt. It is time to celebrate the Passover. Soon afterwards the Manna ceases. And soon after that, the Lord shows Himself to Joshua on the ominous plains of Jericho. Naturally, Joshua would submit himself to the leadership of this High Commander of the Lord's Armies. Questions to consider: 1) Name some consequences when one neglects a consistent practice of circumcising their heart. 2) Name some consequences when one neglects a consistent practice of remembering their salvation story. 3) How do you react to challenges set before you? 4) How would you describe your kinds of prayers?

The Israelites have crossed the Jordan River. And now they need to keep their motivation rolling. But, their next steps are not to do battle, rather, they need to go through the ritual of circumcision. A ritual that symbolizes the cutting away of the sinful flesh. The symbolism behind this ritual has very deep meanings for believers in Jesus Christ who are trying to take those initial steps to live in the spirit filled life. Some questions to consider: 1) Has God ever changed his plans for you in an unexpected way? 2) Can you describe a time where God Circumcised your heart and you were changed by the Holy Spirit? 3) Describe how evidence of a circumcised heart is seen through a person's worship. 4) Have you ever noticed acts of the flesh being exhibited by a friend or loved one? And how did you deal with it?