This video provides a chapter-by-chapter study of the book of Joshua, with a focus on the first chapter. Here are the key points from the video:Introduction to the Book of Joshua:The speaker expresses excitement about studying the book of Joshua, a book that often causes consternation in modern times but is a "wonderful book of God's conquest over a land that he'd promised to Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob".The speaker recalls reading the book as an eight-year-old and being excited by what God was doing in the lives of Joshua and the people of Israel.Joshua's Commissioning and Encouragement:With Moses now dead, Joshua is the new leader of Israel.God encourages and strengthens Joshua, promising in verse five, "No man will be able to stand before you all the days of your life. Just as I have been with Moses, I will be with you. I would not fail you or forsake you".Joshua is repeatedly called to be "strong and courageous" in verses 6, 7, 9, and 18, a theme also seen in Deuteronomy chapter 31.Keys to Joshua's Success:Obedience to the Law: Joshua's success is dependent on his obedience to the law given to Moses. Verse 7 states, "Be careful to do according to all the law which Moses my servant commanded you. Do not turn from it to the right or to the left so that you may have success wherever you go". The speaker emphasizes that obedience is the foundation of Joshua's courage and strength.Meditation on the Word of God: Verse 8 commands Joshua, "This book of the law shall not depart from your mouth, but you shall meditate on it day and night, so that you will be careful to do according to all that is written in it. For then you will make your way prosper, and then you will have good success". The speaker notes that meditating on and memorizing God's word enables one to live it out more easily.Context and Application of Joshua 1:8:The speaker cautions against misinterpreting this verse as a formula for personal prosperity, clarifying that the promise was specifically to Joshua and Israel for success in their conquest of the land.However, the speaker does see a wider application: meditating on God's word will lead to success in the things that matter to God, which are spiritual matters, not necessarily worldly pursuits.The Transjordanian Tribes:The remainder of the chapter discusses Joshua reminding the two and a half tribes of Reuben, Gad, and the half-tribe of Manasseh of their promise to help their fellow Israelites conquer the land west of the Jordan River, which they agree to do.The speaker finds verse 17, "Just as we obeyed Moses in all things so we will obey you," to be a "scary verse" given the Israelites' history of disobedience to Moses in the wilderness. However, he acknowledges it as a good start.Conclusion:The video concludes by reiterating the need for a strong and courageous leader like Joshua, one who is obedient to God and meditates on His word. This is presented as a "good start to the book of Joshua".___The Three-Year Reading PlanSouthern View Chapel is an independent Bible church in Springfield, IL, committed to handling the Scriptures accurately through the exegetical teaching of God's Word. To learn more about us, visit https://svchapel.org/ or follow us on social media:Facebook: / southernviewchapel Instagram: / southernviewchapel Twitter: / official_svc To learn about our hope in Jesus Christ, watch this short video: • The Gospel
