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Joshua 23:1-24:18
Key Verse 24:14 “Now fear the LORD and serve him with all faithfulness. Throw away the gods your ancestors worshiped beyond the Euphrates River and in Egypt, and serve the LORD.”
- Why did Joshua summon all Israel together? (23:1-2) What is Joshua’s purpose in reminding them of what God has done for them? (23:4-5, 9-10; 24:2-13)
- Why should the Israelites obey the Lord? (23:6) Why did Joshua warn them against associating with the surrounding nations? (23:7,12-13; 2 Corinthians 6:14-16)
- What are the consequences of disobeying God’s commands? (23:13-16) See Numbers 25:1-18 for an example.
- What 3 choices did Joshua give to the people of Israel? (24:14-15) What was the decision of Joshua and his household? (24:15) What does it mean to serve the Lord? (cf. John 12:26)
- How did the people respond? (24:16-18) What influence did Joshua’s faithful leadership have on the nation of Israel? (24:31)