Remember, in His Word, God has:

  • Something to see – what does the text say
  • Something to understand – what does it mean
  • Something to apply – what does it mean to me
  • Something to praise – for what are you thankful?

(1) Through the Bible

Day 1: Joshua 16, 17Day 4: Josh 22-24
Day 2: Josh 18, 19Day 5: Judges 1, 2
Day 3: Josh 20, 21Day 6: Judges 3, 4

This week’s theme will be courage as we focus on the first chapter of Joshua, where we find the new leader of Israel receiving great encouragement from the Lord. This is, possibly, the most well known text about courage in the Old Testament. What principles can you see that may also encourage you to be “strong and courageous”?

(2) Key Passages

Day 1: Joshua 1:1-6Day 4: Josh 1:14-18
Day 2: Josh 1:7-9Day 5: Psalm 27
Day 3: Josh 1:10-13Day 6: John 14:27

(3) Key Verses

Day 1: Joshua 1:1-2Day 4: Josh 1:8-9
Day 2: Josh 1:5Day 5: Psalm 27:1
Day 3: Josh 1:6-7Day 6: John 14:27

(4) Pre-readers (in the translation of your choice, quoted below from the NLT)

“Do not be afraid or discouraged. For the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.”

Joshua 1:9