Guidance from God
Northwest Bible Church – Sept. 1, 2024 – Joshua – Alan Conner
Josh. 5:13 – 6:5
Guidance from God
Intro
A. JOSHUA’S ENCOUNTER (5:13-15).
1. Location (Joshua 5:13): “near Jericho” –
2. The man with a sword in his hand (Joshua 5:13
3. The man identifies Himself (Joshua 5:14).
4. Who is this man? An angel or God?
5. His appearance fits the need of the moment.
B. JOSHUA’S RESPONSE (Joshua 5:14b-15).
1. Worship (Joshua 5:14b).
2. Submission/humility (Joshua 5:14b).
3. Obedience (Joshua 5:15
C. THE BATTLE PLAN (6:1-5).
1. The city was locked down (Joshua 6:1).
2. Victory guaranteed (Joshua 6:2).
3. The battle plan explained (Joshua 6:3-5).
Conclusion
1. Follow God even when His plan seems impossible, UNUSUAL.
2. God promises to guide His people.